Nashville
Behind a nondescript sliding door hides this choose-your-own-adventure foodie dreamland. Chef Josh Habiger (Catbird Seat, Patterson House) has cultivated…
Must-see restaurants in Tennessee
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…
Knoxville
From the communal tables on the patio to the standing-room-only bar to the buzzing dining room, this convivial joint – a former gas station – exudes a…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Knoxville
You'll want to reserve ahead for the privilege of noshing on James Beard Award–winning chef Joseph Lenn's modern Appalachian comfort cuisine. Lenn, who…
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…
Memphis
The downtown location of this iconic Memphis barbecue joint is the perfect side dish to an afternoon at the National Civil Rights Museum. The transcendent…
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…
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…
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…
Knoxville
Carnivores, welcome to your happy place. The locally sourced and all-natural burgers here groan under decadent toppings such as fried eggs, pimiento…
Memphis
Served in a simmering hug of chili-garlic butter, spinach and Parmesan, the grilled oysters are an oh-so-delicious introduction to this newcomer, where…
Memphis
It may be a contentious statement, but here goes: this converted gas station has the best chopped-pork sandwich in town.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Memphis
It's not your typical food hall – you won't find rows of kiosks – but there's an international array of casual eateries in the city's newest hot spot…
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…
East Tennessee
While you're still laughing about the name, the speedy team at this outpost of the popular Tri-Cities drive-through chain will have your burger and …
East Nashville
An East Nashville favorite, this authentic full-service deli in the Riverside neighborhood offers made-to-order classic sandwiches. Natural ingredients…
East Tennessee
This cozy cottage of homemade deliciousness is well worth the 7-mile drive from downtown. The interior is slightly dainty but not too froufrou, and…
East Tennessee
Don't let the bland corporate exterior fool you. The scratch-made fare inside this busy restaurant is locally sourced and delicious. At lunch burgers get…
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…
Chattanooga
The culinary anchor of Chattanooga's Southside is widely considered the city's best night out. It's Johnny Cash black (black-granite floor, black-glass…
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…
East Tennessee
The hearty breakfasts are fit for mountain men – and flip-flop-wearing tourists – at this faux mountain camp, which is named for Tennessee frontiersman…
Memphis
In stylishly revamped digs, chef Kelly English crafts special, avant-garde Southern fusion dishes that delight foodies, hence the James Beard nominations…
Tennessee
If Jason's Bacon is gracing the menu at this stylish ode to the South's finest foods and flavors, just say yes. Or yum. This morsel of smoked pork belly…
Chattanooga
A skeleton riding a skateboard doubles as the chandelier. Old concert posters cover the walls – can you spot Sleater-Kinney? You might see discarded…
East Nashville
Hungry vegans and vegetarians flock to this animal-friendly eatery. Starters include the mind-bendingly 'cheesy' choriqueso, a house-made cauliflower…
Knoxville
Syrian refugee Yassin is a true American success story: he and his wildly popular falafel house have been embraced by Knoxville. The food is fantastic,…
Tennessee
Named after the interstate connecting Memphis and New Orleans, 55 South jovially serves up Southern-inspired cuisine and drinks. Sidle up to the open,…
