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Behind a nondescript sliding door hides this choose-your-own-adventure foodie dreamland. Chef Josh Habiger (Catbird Seat, Patterson House) has cultivated…
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For the 22 lucky diners perched around an open kitchen, chefs Will Aghajanian and Liz Johnson choreograph an unforgettable 10- to 12-course dining…
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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…
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Arguably Nashville’s best-known and -respected Thai restaurant, the Smiling Elephant is a treasure not to be missed. This homey little joint welcomes…
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The epicenter of Germantown's foodie revival is this stunning kitchen run by Belgian chef Philip Krajeck. His earthy pastas, rustic sauces and seasonally…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Stop at the landmark Loveless Cafe, a 1950s roadhouse famous for its biscuits with homemade preserves, country ham and ample portions of Southern fried…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Philanthropy, fresh food and fun times collide in this 1936 red-brick schoolhouse in Bells Bend, 10 minutes west of Nashville. The nonprofit restaurant…
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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,…
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If you have a hankering for a heaping plate of pasta and draft of Peroni, check out Coco's. You could say the restaurant business is in this family's…
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Well, we can't say it much better than the website: Live music, dead crawfish. Yep, inside this extremely convivial old house you can dig into Cajun…
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You can smell the sugar from the street outside, so good luck resisting temptation. Jeni’s offers quality ice cream (including dairy free), frozen yogurt…
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Turn an everything bagel into something spectacular with some unique cream cheese offerings, such as birthday cake, cookie dough and bacon jalapeño. This…
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Ever-so-stylish Southerners gather 'round patio tables to sip fine wines and local craft beer and slurp oysters at this 12South hot spot, where hey-y'all…
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Hurry up and wait for gussied up, gourmet versions of an American classic: the grilled cheese sandwich. It's done up here in versions so satisfying, you…
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In a neighborhood dotted with barbecue joints, taquerias and burger spots, Josephine's classy menu and aesthetic sets it apart from the rest. Leather…
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The smell of truffle-oil-fried, hand-cut french fries fills the air of this rustic, wood-adorned restaurant. Local farms provide the building blocks of…
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This sunny little taqueria applies local food inspiration to well-loved Mexican staples, offering a menu of soft tacos, salads and enchiladas with a…
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The Drag'n Brunch serves up a side of camp with your panko chicken and waffles at this alternative Asian-fusion restaurant from chef Arnold Myint. Give a…
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A diverse and unpretentious crowd fills this quaint home that's been converted into a weekend-only brunch cafe. The menu includes several healthy takes on…
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This bright and airy place in Lenox Village serves the Hogzilla, a breakfast biscuit layered with egg, cheese and pork. And the pork arrives in three…
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Get a slice of Naples in Nashville thanks to DeSano. Communal tables dot the industrial, no-frills space, which is lorded over by three wood-burning ovens…
Von Elrod's Beer Hall & Kitchen
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This rambunctious beer hall serves up a decent number of local craft and German-style beers, plus a diverse menu featuring house-made sausages and smoked…
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This Music Row gastropub does everything from Philly cheesesteak egg rolls to lamb vindaloo tacos and salted caramel pork chops, all affordably priced…
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Pop into this welcoming bagel shop to fuel up for the day or to grab a picnic sandwich. It's jumping in the morning but still efficient. The breads and…
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Offering fresh oysters, po'boys, crab cakes and Creole gumbo, Saltine's seafood-heavy menu certainly aims to please. The maritime decor extends throughout…