In the last couple of years, Nashville has blossomed from a southern town with quite a few characters, to a solid foodie scene and hipster haven. Thankfully, that means the rest of the world has the chance to enjoy our fantastic cuisine – and not all southern. We promise. Check out the best restaurants in Nashville and see if your favorite spot made the list!
- Burger Up - 12 South
Burger Up / TripAdvisor This eclectic burger eatery has something on the menu for everyone, and is located on the wildly popular 12 South strip. Try the Marathon Burger - meat-free and oh so good!
- Sinema - 8th
Sinema / TripAdvisor What neighborhood is Sinema in…? Well, it kind of lies between a couple of them, but the uber cool ambience and adulting-vibe will get us out no matter the night.
- Whiskey Kitchen - The Gulch
Whiskey Kitchen / TripAdvisor A solid spot for drinks and some high calorie yums, Whiskey Kitchen is a classy spot with a wood-toned interior that sets us at ease.
- Josephine - 12 South
Josephine / TripAdvisor Upscale ladies brunch, anyone? Then Josephine is the place for you. The darling spot is luxurious in the most delicate way possible, and we’re in love with their brunch!
- Biscuit Love - The Gulch
Biscuit Love / TripAdvisor Bonuts are killer - a mash-up between biscuits and donuts, and the rest of the city knows it too. Get here early if you want to miss the line!
- Hattie B’s - Midtown
Hattie B’s / TripAdvisor I mean, how could you not? Hattie B’s has come to be the face of Nashville’s hot chicken culture, and it’s where you’ll find the most tourists gulping down water.
- Edley’s BBQ - 12 South
Edley’s BBQ / TripAdvisor There are two locations, but the 12 South spot has trivia on Monday nights and we REALLY like that. BBQ nachos are best paired with weird questions that make us feel smart. Bring your friends!
- Rosepepper - East Nashville
RosePepper / TripAdvisor If the quirky sayings out front aren’t enough to get you here, the margaritas sure are! Careful, though - they aren’t stingy with the tequila. And we like it!
- Husk - SoBro
Husk Nashville Gorgeous, old-school southern charm and a farm-to-table base? There’s really no reason NOT to go, unless you’re looking for something without class. You will find class here, in spades.
- Rolf and Daughters - Germantown
Rolf and Daughters / TripAdvisor Quirky, classy and vibin’ with that whole industrical-chic trend, R+D is an expensive date night that will leave you in love with Nashville’s culinary prowess. Will you be here on the weekly? No. Could you finally propose to your girlfriend here? Awww yeah.
- Fido - Hillsboro Village
Fido / TripAdvisor This darling little eatery is usually crawling with students, since it proffers a solid coffee menu. If you’re looking to stay and read awhile after your green chile macaroni and cheese or lamb burger, this is the place for you. Plus? The local latte is prime.
- Mas Tacos Por Favor - East Nashville
Mas Tacos / TripAdvisor With tacos at $3 a pop, Mas Tacots wins when it comes to ease on the mind AND the wallet. We love it, you’ll love it - plus? You can grab drinks at Holland House across the street afterwards!
- The Pharmacy - East Nashville
The Pharmacy / TripAdvisor Burgers the size of your head, sweet potato fries from heaven, and delicious beer on tap is enough to get anyone’s boyfriend out on a weeknight. There are no reservations, but then again - we have no reservations, either. It’s an iconic Nashville burger, y’all!
- Marche - East Nashville
Style Blueprint The clean cut and simple euro brunch feel is a gorgeous and extremely filling way to enjoy your Saturday morning. Be sure to get here early though - it’s great food, and EVERYONE knows it. Get there a solid bit before they open at nine to join the queue.
- Butchertown Hall - Germantown
Butchertown Hall The new restaurant is for the solid carnivore that hides within us all. A great bar, awesome entrees, and macaroni and cheese that boasts CHORIZO seriously gets us every time. Plus, the decor is fabulous for a date night or a simple girls night out.
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Burger Up / TripAdvisor
This eclectic burger eatery has something on the menu for everyone, and is located on the wildly popular 12 South strip. Try the Marathon Burger - meat-free and oh so good!
Sinema / TripAdvisor
What neighborhood is Sinema in…? Well, it kind of lies between a couple of them, but the uber cool ambience and adulting-vibe will get us out no matter the night.
Whiskey Kitchen / TripAdvisor
A solid spot for drinks and some high calorie yums, Whiskey Kitchen is a classy spot with a wood-toned interior that sets us at ease.
Josephine / TripAdvisor
Upscale ladies brunch, anyone? Then Josephine is the place for you. The darling spot is luxurious in the most delicate way possible, and we’re in love with their brunch!
Biscuit Love / TripAdvisor
Bonuts are killer - a mash-up between biscuits and donuts, and the rest of the city knows it too. Get here early if you want to miss the line!
Hattie B’s / TripAdvisor
I mean, how could you not? Hattie B’s has come to be the face of Nashville’s hot chicken culture, and it’s where you’ll find the most tourists gulping down water.
Edley’s BBQ / TripAdvisor
There are two locations, but the 12 South spot has trivia on Monday nights and we REALLY like that. BBQ nachos are best paired with weird questions that make us feel smart. Bring your friends!
RosePepper / TripAdvisor
If the quirky sayings out front aren’t enough to get you here, the margaritas sure are! Careful, though - they aren’t stingy with the tequila. And we like it!
Husk Nashville
Gorgeous, old-school southern charm and a farm-to-table base? There’s really no reason NOT to go, unless you’re looking for something without class. You will find class here, in spades.
Rolf and Daughters / TripAdvisor
Quirky, classy and vibin’ with that whole industrical-chic trend, R+D is an expensive date night that will leave you in love with Nashville’s culinary prowess. Will you be here on the weekly? No. Could you finally propose to your girlfriend here? Awww yeah.
Fido / TripAdvisor
This darling little eatery is usually crawling with students, since it proffers a solid coffee menu. If you’re looking to stay and read awhile after your green chile macaroni and cheese or lamb burger, this is the place for you. Plus? The local latte is prime.
Mas Tacos / TripAdvisor
With tacos at $3 a pop, Mas Tacots wins when it comes to ease on the mind AND the wallet. We love it, you’ll love it - plus? You can grab drinks at Holland House across the street afterwards!
The Pharmacy / TripAdvisor
Burgers the size of your head, sweet potato fries from heaven, and delicious beer on tap is enough to get anyone’s boyfriend out on a weeknight. There are no reservations, but then again - we have no reservations, either. It’s an iconic Nashville burger, y’all!
Style Blueprint
The clean cut and simple euro brunch feel is a gorgeous and extremely filling way to enjoy your Saturday morning. Be sure to get here early though - it’s great food, and EVERYONE knows it. Get there a solid bit before they open at nine to join the queue.
Butchertown Hall
The new restaurant is for the solid carnivore that hides within us all. A great bar, awesome entrees, and macaroni and cheese that boasts CHORIZO seriously gets us every time. Plus, the decor is fabulous for a date night or a simple girls night out.
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