Bastion
Nashville
Behind a nondescript sliding door hides this choose-your-own-adventure foodie dreamland. Chef Josh Habiger (Catbird Seat, Patterson House) has cultivated…
Catbird Seat
Nashville
For the 22 lucky diners perched around an open kitchen, chefs Will Aghajanian and Liz Johnson choreograph an unforgettable 10- to 12-course dining…
Pepperfire Hot Chicken
East Nashville
Since 2010, East Nashville’s Pepperfire has been slinging spicy bird to heat seekers who appreciate a creative twist on classic hot chicken. A thin,…
Hattie B's
Nashville
When it comes to hot chicken supremacy, based on sheer numbers, Hattie B's reigns supreme in Nashville. The ultra-popular fried chicken spot serves up…
Wild Cow
East Nashville
Looking for a fresh and flavor-packed meal in East Nashville? Then hit up this small but inviting vegetarian eatery, where photos of happy livestock beam…
Husk
Downtown & the Gulch
Set in a Victorian house overlooking downtown and the river, Husk provides an authentic, farm-to-table Southern food experience. It offers a daily…
Smiling Elephant
Nashville
Arguably Nashville’s best-known and -respected Thai restaurant, the Smiling Elephant is a treasure not to be missed. This homey little joint welcomes…
Nashville
The epicenter of Germantown's foodie revival is this stunning kitchen run by Belgian chef Philip Krajeck. His earthy pastas, rustic sauces and seasonally…
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
Nashville
The redneck taco? It's pulled pork stuffed in cornbread (called a hoe-cake) and topped with slaw and BBQ sauce. It's also a beloved choice at this packed…
Epice
Nashville
For an inviting and delicious respite from exploring the shops of 12South, pop into this bright and sparkling Lebanese bistro. The highlight at lunch? The…
Gabby's Burgers
Nashville
In a joint that's just a cow's tail bigger than a shack, the hard-working Gabby's crew cranks out grass-fed-beef burgers, which many say are Nashville's…
Etch
Downtown & the Gulch
Well-known Nashville chef Deb Paquette's Etch serves some of the city's most inventive cuisine – comfort food whose flavors and textures have been…
Edley's Bar-B-Que
Nashville
This barbecue joint, with its simple, down-home decor and some seriously great aromas wafting from the kitchen, is a Nashville staple. The pork platter is…
City House
Nashville
This brick building in smart Germantown hides one of the city's best restaurants. The food, cooked in an open kitchen in a former art studio space, is a…
Loveless Cafe
Nashville
Stop at the landmark Loveless Cafe, a 1950s roadhouse famous for its biscuits with homemade preserves, country ham and ample portions of Southern fried…
Lockeland Table
East Nashville
Playing to the chic-yet-casual demographic of this quiet, residential side of East Nashville, Lockeland Table offers a seasonal menu of local, carefully…
Five Points Pizza
East Nashville
The best place to get authentic New York–style pizza on the east side of town. It's available by the slice, or you can order whole classic or specialty…
Downtown & the Gulch
Namaste and Nashville collide at celebrity chef Maneet Chauhan’s Gulch eatery that showcases inventive Indian fusion on a global scale. Typical Desi fare…
Mitchell Delicatessen
East Nashville
An East Nashville favorite, this authentic full-service deli in the Riverside neighborhood offers made-to-order classic sandwiches. Natural ingredients…
Sinema
Nashville
With a seasonal menu of gluttonous meals and an art-deco feel straight out of a noir flick, an evening at Sinema will have you seeking the nearest…
Nashville
Slim & Husky's is the real pizza deal, turning out impeccably toasted oblong pizzas made with fresh ingredients, creative sauces and a house-made cheese…
Dozen Bakery
Nashville
Since opening in Wedgewood-Houston in 2015, this modern and airy bakery has earned some deservedly positive buzz. Owner Claire Meneely's passion for bread…
Graze
East Nashville
Hungry vegans and vegetarians flock to this animal-friendly eatery. Starters include the mind-bendingly 'cheesy' choriqueso, a house-made cauliflower…
Wendell Smith's
Nashville
With all the fuss about 'authentic' experiences, it's easy to forget what the word really means. You'll be reminded at Wendell's, a beloved diner where…
Otaku Ramen
Downtown & the Gulch
Angle for a seat overlooking the open kitchen at this spare but stylish ramen joint. Behind the counter, efficient cooks stuff duck confit into pillowy…
Prince's Hot Chicken South
Nashville
If you're looking for the heat that started the hot-chicken craze in Nashville, make your way to Prince's. Take your pick of heat, then sit back and let…
Monell's
Nashville
In an old brick house just north of downtown, Monell's is beloved for down-home Southern food served family style. This is not just a meal – it's an…
King Market Cafe
Nashville
An authentic Southeast Asian cafe set inside an Asian grocer in the Antioch Pike area – an east Nashville suburb where the city suddenly seems much less…
East Nashville
This small but chic eatery does rustic French and Italian cuisine with great sophistication – think goat's cheese ravioli, pan-seared scallops, and…
Legendairy Milkshake Bar
Downtown & the Gulch
Glittering jewels of creamy, delicious goodness are served in giant glass jars with extra wide straws. The signature shakes are a gravity-defying mess of…
Peg Leg Porker
Downtown & the Gulch
This good-time Gulch addition serves affordable old-school Memphis-style barbecue. It's pretty much pork ribs (wet with sauce or dry-rubbed) and succulent…
Five Daughters Bakery
Nashville
The famous 100-layer doughnut (it's actually 144, but who's counting?) is a sight to behold. Part doughnut, part croissant, this $4.50 beauty is rolled in…
Nashville
Chef Daniel Lindley sent the Nashville scene abuzz when he announced plans to build a restaurant in the chic Germantown neighborhood. Housed in a sweeping…
AVO
Nashville
Just a few miles from Downtown, but light years away from traditional Tennessee food, this vegan restaurant is an unexpected but welcome addition to the…
East Nashville
Incinerate your palate on fiery deep-fried poultry or fish at Bolton’s, where the heat quotient hits twofold: a dry rub is dusted on before serving and a…
Mas Tacos Por Favor
East Nashville
Mas Tacos started out as a roving taco dispensary in a 1974 Winnebago, but in 2010 it became one of East Nashville’s most beloved brick-and-mortar…
Old School
Nashville
Philanthropy, fresh food and fun times collide in this 1936 red-brick schoolhouse in Bells Bend, 10 minutes west of Nashville. The nonprofit restaurant…
Saint Añejo Cantina
Downtown & the Gulch
Whether it's Friday dinner or a weekend brunch, this local eatery is always buzzing. Festive lights create a welcoming space, supported by a well-stocked…
Treehouse
East Nashville
The hospitable folks running this farm-to-table eatery concoct a host of sophisticated dishes but never take themselves too seriously. For starters, there…
Bartaco
Nashville
With its cool surf-shop decor, Bartaco is the kind of place to be seen on a beautiful spring day. The popular taco bar specializes in inventive fillings,…
