Many people visit Nashville and go straight for the city's famous hot chicken, BUT there are a ton of other great restaurants in the city that deserve some love too!
Here's a solid little list of places to hit in the city that will impress the eyes AND taste buds. In no particular order of course..because how can you really settle which place is best when they're all so good!
20. Henrietta Red
Their seafood-centric meals and inventive cocktails make for a memorable experience - 1200 4th avenue
19. Rolf & Daughters
The industrial-inspired decor and seasonal menu is a must for locals AND tourists. - 700 Taylor Street
18. Little Octopus
The Caribbean-inspired fare keeps you on your toes and the decor is truly some of the most luxurious and elegant in the city. - 505 12th Ave. S.
17. Barcelona
Barcleona serves up Spanish dishes tapas-style! - 1200 Villa Place, Suite 110
16. Cafe Roze
Simple, gourmet dishes artfully served with a local flourish. - 1115 Porter Road
15. Butcher & Bee
I went there for brunch was. So many mimosas. SO CUTE. GO. Just go. - 902 Main Street
14. Hemingway's Bar & Hideaway
The drinks are fun and the vibe is even better! - 438 Houston St. Ste 160
13. The Mockingbird
Open for dinner nightly, you'll want to make sure you make reservations or figure out how to get a seat on the patio during warmer months. - 121A 12th Avenue N
12. Pastaria
From St. Louis & some of the best italian in the city! - 8 C1TY Blvd
11. Peninsula
Spanish and Portuguese restaurant infusion truly offers up an experience in atmosphere and cuisine. - 1035 W Eastland Avenue
10. Henley
2023 Broadway
9. Hugh Baby's
Full of flavor, you'll LOVE the burgers! - 4816 Charlotte Avenue
8. Tánsuŏ
A fairly new restaurant but already making waves! Did someone say Chinese? YES PLEASE. The word, "Tánsuŏ" actually means, "to explore" in Cantonese, so come prepared for an adventure. - 121B 12th Avenue N
7. Eio & The Hive
First of all can we just talk about how gorgeous the inside of this place is? Only serving ORGANIC and local ingredients. Vegan friendly. I'm sold. - 5304 Charlotte Avenue
6. Milk & Honey
Chatt based and now flourishing in the Gulch, swing by for some delicious breakfast, lunch & dinner. Also, an AMAZING coffee bar. - 214 11th Ave S
5. Kuchnia + Keller
Open for dinner from 5p-1a serving you taste from Poland and Germany! - 1300 3rd Avenue N
4. Black Rabbit
Fun cocktails and delicious small plates. - 218 3rd Ave N
3. Hopdoddy Burger Bar
Order a beer alongside your handcrafted burger and enjoy your meal in a fun, quirky environment. - 1805 21st Avenue South, Suite 100
2. The 404 Kitchen
Just moved to a new location with now a larger seating area, making more room for more people to enjoy their classic European cuisine. - 507 12th Ave South
1. Adele's
Good food and good wine. Who doesn't love wine? - 1210 McGavock Street