21 {{MORE}} Great Places to Eat & Drink in Nashville, Tennessee
Updated July 2023
You may have already read my previous post featuring 29 Great Restaurants in Nashville. There are so many cool and delicious places to eat and drink in this city, I had to add a second list.
Whether you’re in the mood for authentic Ramen, southern BBQ, gourmet burgers and sandwiches, or some authentic southern cuisine in Nashville, you’ll find plenty of great food in Nashville!
The Farm House
The Farm House is a farmer-to-table restaurant and the menu changes often depending on the local resources that are available. You are always guaranteed a fresh meal comprised of local ingredients.
The Farm House Restaurant & Bar // 210 Almond Street – Nashville, TN 37201 // 615.522.0688
BarTaco
What is better than having some fresh tacos and margaritas in a fun atmosphere? If you’re craving some fantastic Mexican food and fun in Nashville, then you might want to head over to Bar Taco. Between the friendly staff and the creative food options, you’ll be in taco heaven!
Bar Taco serves tacos, “not tacos” (salads, tamales, quesadillas), rice bowls, and desserts. See the full menu HERE. The menu lets you know if any of the items from the kitchen contain gluten, which is nice.
BarTaco // 2526 12th Avenue South – Nashville, TN // 615.269.8226
Geist Bar + Restuarant
The Geist has received rave reviews from Food & Wine and The Thrillest. Robb Report included it in the 13 Most Beautiful New Restaurants In America In 2018. It is a great place for cocktails and fun-to-share appetizers with friends.
See all of the Menus and make Reservations Here:
The Geist Bar + Restaurant // 311 Jefferson Street – Nashville, Tennessee 37208 // 615.920.5440
The Stillery
Try a Mason Jar Cocktail, Local and Regional Cocktails (made with the best whiskeys and shines in the South), Specialty Brews, and Wine. The food menu also offers appetizers, salads, brick-fired pizza pies, burgers, and sandwiches (including their own special version of the Nashville Hot – with fried pickles and a bleu cheese spread). Be sure to stop by when they are playing LIVE MUSIC.
Two Locations:
The Stillery Downtown // 113 2nd Avenue North – Nashville, TN 37210 // 615.942.8080
The Stillery Midtown // 1921 Broadway – Nashville, TN 37203 // 615.760.5158
Tennessee Brew Works
Visit the Tennessee Brew Works tasting room for some high-quality craft beer, spirits, and specialty cocktails. The drink menu includes beer flights, cider, wine, signature cocktails, and seasonal cocktails. The food menu includes everything from salads and burgers to Nashville Hot Chicken and tacos.
See the drink and food menus here:
Tennessee Brew Works // 809 Brewing Avenue- Nashville, TN 37201 // 615.436.0050
Eadley’s BBQ
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Ask any local where to find the best BBQ in Nashville, and you’ll get a variety of suggestions. But, more times than not, they’ll refer you to Eadley’s BBQ. From the ribs to the BBQ sandwich to the Banana pudding, Eadley’s food options are lip-smackin’ good.
Three Locations in Nashville:
East Nashville // 908 Main Street – Nashville, TN 37206 // 615.873.4085
12 Avenue South // 2706 12th Avenue South – Nashville, TN 37204 // 615.95.2951
Sylvan Park // 4500 Murphy Road – Nashville, TN 37209 // 615.942.7499
Gabby’s Burgers & Fries
Gabby’s Burgers & Fries is one of the best places in Nashville to grab a burger and fries. The diner offers grass-fed burgers with hand-cut sweet potato fries. They also serve chicken burgers, chili, and chili dogs. You can wash your yummy meal down with a sweet tea, lemonade, or milkshake.
Gabby’s Burger & Fries // 493 Humphreys Street -Nashville, TN 37203 // 615.733.3119
Rolf and Daughters
Rolf and Daughters is a converted warehouse that serves farm-to-table dishes. The menu here is creative and the dishes are uniquely flavorful. Whatever you decide to order, you will definitely satisfy your adventurous, foodie cravings.
See all of the menus (dinner, dessert, and beverage) HERE
Rolf and Daughters // 700 Taylor Street – Nashville, TN 27208 // 615.866.9897
Two Boots Pizza
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If you’re in Nashville and you’re craving some NY-style pizza, you have to head over to Two Boots Pizza. Order a whole pizza or grab a slice.
They also offer gluten-free pizza crust as well as other gluten-free menu items.
Two Boots Pizza // 1925 Broadway – Nashville, TN 37203 // 615.340.4343
The Wild Cow Vegetarian Restaurant
You don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy all of the food at The Wild Cow Vegetarian Restaurant. They serve sandwiches, tacos, wraps, soups, salads, and bowls. The restaurant also offers a nice variety of house-brewed teas and local beer.
The Wild Cow Vegetarian Restaurant // 1896 Eastland Avenue – Nashville, TN 37206 // 615.262.2717
Epice
Epice (meaning spice in French) offers an eclectic and flavorful menu. They serve Mediterranean cuisine and Lebanese food. Epice also offers a nice variety of wine, beer, and cocktails. Patrons recommend the Pistachio encrusted rack of lamb and the spiced fish filet with caramelized onions. See the full menu HERE.
Epice // 2902 12th Avenue South – Nashville, TN 37204 // 615.720.6765
RAE’s Gourmet Sandwich Shop
Pictured Above: Rae’s Hot Brown Sandwich
Photo Above: Double Fudge Brownies with Pecans
RAE’s is a gourmet sandwich shop located in Downtown Nashville. It has been a popular sandwich shop for visitors and locals since 2002. Their menu items are served fresh and their salad dressings are house-made. They offer a nice variety of sides, desserts, soups, and daily specials. See the full menu HERE.
RAE’s Gourmet Sandwich Shoppe // 501 Union Street – Nashville, TN 37219 // 615.313.7237
The Southern Steak & Oyster
If you’re in the mood for a Southern-style steak and a glass of Tennessee whiskey, then you need to head over to The Southern. Locals and visitors alike rave about the blue point oysters and filet mignon. The burgers are made from Bear Creek Farms meat. They are also among the restaurant’s most popular dishes. You might want to try the gelato or peanut brittle cheesecake for dessert. Reservations are recommended, especially on the weekends.
Two Locations:
The Southern Steak & Oyster // 1417 Murfreesboro Pike – Nashville, TN 37217 //
The Southern Steak & Oyster // 150 3rd Avenue South – Nashville, TN // 615.724.1762
Husk
The motto at Husk is “If it doesn’t come from the South, it’s not coming through the door”. The menu changes frequently as the dishes are made from fresh, local ingredients. You’re guaranteed to find something new, fresh, and inventive every time you visit.
Husk Nashville // 37 Rutledge Street – Nashville, TN 37210 // 615.256.6565
City House
Try City House for some unique and decadent appetizers, pasta, and pizzas. You can eat your meal family-style and try a nice variety of dishes.
See all of the menus here:
City House // 1222 4th Avenue North – Nashville, TN // 615.736.5838
Sunda New Asia
Pictured Above: Wagyu Crispy Rice (on the Dinner Menu)
Sunda New Asia is a great place to grab some Japanese food while you’re in Nashville. Try the sushi, the Tuna Poke Bowl, pork belly steam buns, or the oxtail potstickers. For a great culinary experience, visit Sunda on the first Saturday of the month for a sushi rolling class ($85 per person as of 07/23). Check out the Drink Menu below for Sake specials, wine, specialty cocktails, and other drinks at Sunda.
See all the menus here:
Sunda New Asia // 592 12th Avenue South – Nashville, TN 37203 // 615.610.7566
The Chef and I on Ninth
At The Chef and I, you can sit at the counter and watch the chefs prepare your food, working their culinary magic in the kitchen. This is a fantastic experience for foodies since you can interact with the chef and the kitchen staff. The restaurant’s menu changes often and you can order up to 7 different courses (with the option to pair your meal with wine).
See the full menu HERE.
The Chef and I on Ninth // 611 9th Avenue South – Nashville, TN 37203 // 615.730.8496
Emmy Squared
Pictured Above: Nashville’s Battle of the Burger winner Le Big Matt Burger
Emmy Squared offers burgers, sandwiches, salads, and (of course) delicious pizza. Try the Colony Pizza (pepperoni, pickled jalapeños, mozzarella, and local honey). Or, try the Angel Pie. It is made with Truffle mushroom sauce, mushrooms, mozzarella cheese, and ricotta cheese. You can also build your own custom pizza. See the full menu HERE. Wash it all down with a cocktail, beer, and/or wine.
Emmy Squared Pizza // 404 12th Avenue South – Nashville, TN 37203 // 615.248.2662
Burger Up
For an appetizer, you could try the Fried Mac n Cheese Bites. These bites are served with Jack Daniels Maple Ketchup and Honey Dijon Aioli. In addition to some creative appetizers, they offer a nice variety of specialty drinks, burgers, soups, and salads. For dessert, try the Dark Chocolate Brownie a la mode or the Krispy Creme Donut Pudding. See the full menu HERE.
Burger Up // 2109 12th Avenue South – Nashville, TN 37204 // 615.279.3767
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The food really looks good and appetizing! I have never been to NAshville but I heard a lot about that place. Wish I can visit soon.
I hope you do get to go!
I love the droolworthy pictures. They bring in perfect Friday feels! 🙂 That bowl of otaku ramen looks exceptionally yummy. Cheers!!
I know, right? There’s nothing like REAL Ramen.
Oh, nachos are one of my favourite foods :)these looks really yummy.
You would love Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery. They bring the nachos out on a big cookie sheet!
All of these places look so good . Nashville is on my list of places that I must travel in my life and I will have to keep this list for places to eat in mind .
Nashville is perfect for a bucket list! It is a great city!
Wow, these places looks really a nice place to dine and seeing those food that they serve in these photos makes me really hungry.
I know. Writing these posts make me so hungry. Now I write them with a plate of tacos.
These look amazing! Last time I visited Nashville I ate at the Loveless every night! Next time I will have to branch out, but still visit Loveless Cafe.
You can never go wrong with Loveless Cafe! That’s good ol’ Southern food at its finest!
I am actually heading to Memphis in October – if their food is anything like this I am in for a treat
Oooh! Yes! Memphis is awesome too!
Those crab cakes would make my grown kids happy. Me? I’m loving that vegetarian restaurant’s look. That’s where I want to go the next time we’re in Nashville.
Both are good choices!
Me and my husband can chase good food anywhere. If I ever travel to Nashville, definitely hitting these stops.
You guys will be in foodie heaven in Nashville!
I must say we have the same taste buds! LOL.. all of these are my go to! that stuff asian bun is to die for, We have a similar restaurants here in dubai who serve the same. and oh my goodness the burgers is so much like fridays ( now i’m drooling )
Nice to meet you taste bud twin!
It looks like Nashville has some great places to dine. Everything looks really lovely indeed.
Nashville does! I’m so glad it’s only 4 hours away!
Everything looks over the top delicious. I might starve to death in Nashville trying to make up mind of what to eat and where! 🙂
Just do like me and try them all!
I have never been in one of those places but it looks like a nice place to dine and the food looks really delicious.
Nashville has some great restaurants and some of the best food I’ve had!
Those are really great place to dine and the food looks really delicious. I can imagine myself eating in those places.
It’s a great city for foodies, Catherine!
My husband and I will be coming down there to visit Nashville soon. I saved this post so I can reference back. Thanks!!
Glad to help, Sarah! You might gain 10 lbs, but it will be worth it!
I hope to one day visit Nashville. This list will certainly ensure we eat well. Thank You
Yes! You’ll love Nashville! It’s a lot of fun and the food is wonderful!
Wow everything looks super delicious. I’ve never been to Nashville but going to keep this list for when I do get the chance to travel there!
I hope you do! You’ll love it!
I haven’t been to Nashville. Now I’m wondering why the heck I missed it out. Food looks so great, yummy. I liked sunda new asian. I will b there soon.
I hope you get to visit Nashville soon. The city is really cool and the food is hard to beat!
Yummy yummy everything looks delicious!Thanks for all the amazing tips. My husband and I are planing to move to the US soon, so it is always great to know about all this places!
That sounds great, Lina!
I’ve only been to Nashville once, but I do remember eating some TASTY GRUB that’s for sure! I could so see myself going back purely for a culinary adventure!
I totally agree, GiGi! The food alone is worth the trip!