Nashville is a fabulous place for foodies, but sometimes you need to crack those city lines and get the heck out of town. We’ve found twelve places that are just a hop, skip and a jump from the great Music City, and they’re perfect for a date night. Care to join us for dinner? Your favorite place may have made the cut!
- 55 South - Franklin
55 - Facebook
55 - Facebook A chic, pseudo-industrial vibe sets 55 South apart from its southern comfort food neighbors. Although you will find your favorites here, their weekend brunch and specialty cocktails are great if you’re looking switch it up a bit. (403 Main Street)
- The Old School - Ashland City
The Old School - Facebook One of the greatest examples of a farm-to-table restaurant in Middle Tennessee, The Old School serves up southern favorites from their own garden. With a hand in local non-profits and a mission statement that reflects the betterment of the community, you give back with every meal you enjoy. (5022 Old Hydes Ferry Pike)
- Nona Lisa - Watertown
Nona Lisa Pizzeria / Facebook
Nona Lisa - Facebook We’d argue this is the best pizza in the Nashville area, hands down. Nona Lisa is located in picturesque Watertown, a tiny spot about forty-five minutes from city center. Come for the pizza, stay for the people. You’ll never forget the warm vibe you get from this tiny spot. (208 E Main Street)
- Amico’s New York Pizza & Italian Restaurant - Nolensville
Amico’s - Facebook Amico’s is located in a located strip mall, but don’t bash the location! You’ll be getting a good slice of pie or hefty serving of your favorite Italian dishes, great for a weeknight out and about. Try the calzones! (7177 Nolensville Road)
- Blue Marlin - Columbia
Kcras - TripAdvisor
kcras - TripAdvisor Columbia has a lot going for it, that cute little place, but if you’re looking for somewhere to eat? We’d recommend the Blue Marlin. There’s a gorgeous outdoor eating area, and all their seafood is locally sourced. Which, as you know, is quite the feat when you live in a landlocked state. High fives all around! (1200 Lincoln Street)
- The Lost Cajun - Hendersonville
The Lost Cajun - Facebook
The Lost Cajun - Facebook Hendersonville may be known as the suburban older brother of Nashville, but that doesn’t mean it’s boring. The Lost Cajun gives you a taste of New Orleans all the way in Tennessee, with crawfish and beignets that could make you cry. Need a little taste of the bayou in your life? (206A N Anderson Lane)
- Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse - Springfield
Ichiban - Facebook You may be tempted to drive right past Ichiban, being as it’s in a strip mall and all, but it would be, as Julia Roberts would say, a “BIG mistake.” You’ll receive fast, friendly service and a your Japanese favorites at a solid price. We’ll be over here, gorging on a bento box… (2012 Memorial Blvd)
- Cal’s Country Kitchen - Madison
Raineyville - TripAdvisor You may have never heard of the best meat and three in Madison, but that’s about to change. A cult favorite amongst North Nashvillians, Cal’s is great if you aren’t psyched to make your fried chicken yourself. The family owned and operated business has been serving up delicious meals for almost 14 years now! (222 Woodruff Street)
- Gray’s on Main - Franklin
GRAYS on Main - Facebook
GRAYS on Main - Facebook Described as, “rustic chic,” Gray’s on Main makes for a great date night out. Wander downtown Franklin, voted one of the best downtowns in the nation, and enjoy a ream of southern dishes topped off with a specialty cocktail. Date night = done. (403 Main Street)
- Tupelo Honey Café - Franklin
Tupelo Honey - Facebook Ah, yes. Tupelo Honey may be a chain, but it’s one of the most delicious variety. Your favorite southern comfort foods are available all day long, and their cocktails ain’t too shabby, either. We’re fans of the meatloaf though, if you get a bit tired of fried chicken. Wait - is that a thing?! (2000 Meridian Blvd #110)
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55 - Facebook
A chic, pseudo-industrial vibe sets 55 South apart from its southern comfort food neighbors. Although you will find your favorites here, their weekend brunch and specialty cocktails are great if you’re looking switch it up a bit. (403 Main Street)
The Old School - Facebook
One of the greatest examples of a farm-to-table restaurant in Middle Tennessee, The Old School serves up southern favorites from their own garden. With a hand in local non-profits and a mission statement that reflects the betterment of the community, you give back with every meal you enjoy. (5022 Old Hydes Ferry Pike)
Nona Lisa Pizzeria / Facebook
Nona Lisa - Facebook
We’d argue this is the best pizza in the Nashville area, hands down. Nona Lisa is located in picturesque Watertown, a tiny spot about forty-five minutes from city center. Come for the pizza, stay for the people. You’ll never forget the warm vibe you get from this tiny spot. (208 E Main Street)
Amico’s - Facebook
Amico’s is located in a located strip mall, but don’t bash the location! You’ll be getting a good slice of pie or hefty serving of your favorite Italian dishes, great for a weeknight out and about. Try the calzones! (7177 Nolensville Road)
Kcras - TripAdvisor
kcras - TripAdvisor
Columbia has a lot going for it, that cute little place, but if you’re looking for somewhere to eat? We’d recommend the Blue Marlin. There’s a gorgeous outdoor eating area, and all their seafood is locally sourced. Which, as you know, is quite the feat when you live in a landlocked state. High fives all around! (1200 Lincoln Street)
The Lost Cajun - Facebook
Hendersonville may be known as the suburban older brother of Nashville, but that doesn’t mean it’s boring. The Lost Cajun gives you a taste of New Orleans all the way in Tennessee, with crawfish and beignets that could make you cry. Need a little taste of the bayou in your life? (206A N Anderson Lane)
Ichiban - Facebook
You may be tempted to drive right past Ichiban, being as it’s in a strip mall and all, but it would be, as Julia Roberts would say, a “BIG mistake.” You’ll receive fast, friendly service and a your Japanese favorites at a solid price. We’ll be over here, gorging on a bento box… (2012 Memorial Blvd)
Raineyville - TripAdvisor
You may have never heard of the best meat and three in Madison, but that’s about to change. A cult favorite amongst North Nashvillians, Cal’s is great if you aren’t psyched to make your fried chicken yourself. The family owned and operated business has been serving up delicious meals for almost 14 years now! (222 Woodruff Street)
GRAYS on Main - Facebook
Described as, “rustic chic,” Gray’s on Main makes for a great date night out. Wander downtown Franklin, voted one of the best downtowns in the nation, and enjoy a ream of southern dishes topped off with a specialty cocktail. Date night = done. (403 Main Street)
Tupelo Honey - Facebook
Ah, yes. Tupelo Honey may be a chain, but it’s one of the most delicious variety. Your favorite southern comfort foods are available all day long, and their cocktails ain’t too shabby, either. We’re fans of the meatloaf though, if you get a bit tired of fried chicken. Wait - is that a thing?! (2000 Meridian Blvd #110)
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