The restaurant scene in Nashville has exploded in recent years, sweeping the city into a new age of millennial-inspired eats. These beautiful spaces offer up illustrious menus and beautiful eating spaces that will keep us coming back for date nights and easy brunches. Whether you’re in Nashville or just visiting, these eleven Music City restaurants are the few that you’ll never forgive yourself if you forget to make a reservation.
11. Henrietta Red
Henrietta Red has made quite the splash in Nashville in the last couple of months, both for its inventive interior design and creative seafood dishes. It's a stunning spot that operates on a seasonal menu, and you can visit for yourself at 1200 4th Ave N.
10. Rolf & Daughters
Rolf & Daughters has long been one of Nashville's favorite restaurants, with its local, seasonally sourced meals and industrial-chic interior design. It's a gorgeous space that's well worth the reservation! You can visit at 700 Taylor Street in Nashville's Germantown neighborhood.
9. EiO & The Hive
Editor's Note: EiO & The Hive has permanently closed.
Fast-casual is the name of the game at EiO & The Hive, a new restaurant located just off of Charlotte Avenue in Nashville's westside neighborhood. Dine on organic and locally sourced meals that truly exude the delicious and healthy graces of Music City. You can visit for yourself at 5304 Charlotte Avenue.
8. Prince's Hot Chicken
Prince's Hot Chicken Shack is a MUST if you're ever in Nashville. It's where you can pick up the acclaimed hot chicken meal that seems to be the mascot of the city. Fiery and deep fried, it really doesn't get any better than this. (Various Locations)
7. I Dream of Weenie
I Dream of Weenie is a fun spot located in the heart of of East Nashville's Five Points neighborhood. It's a walk-up counter that serves gourmet hot dogs unlike any you've ever had. Would you try the pizza dog...? You can visit the old Volkswagon yourself at 113 S 11th Street.
6. The Pharmacy Burger & Beer Garden
The Pharmacy is best known for its hamburgers, but it boasts a beer garden and old-time sausages alongside a soda fountain. So. You could say that its got a lot going for it, but that may even be an understatement. You can visit the East Nashville location at 731 McFerrin Avenue when you get hungry.
5. Mas Tacos Por Favor
Located just across the street from The Pharmacy, Mas Tacos is a true example of the little food truck that could. It started out in a tiny space on wheels, and has since expanded into a restaurant with a full bar area. Try the pork tacos - they're downright delicious! Visit for yourself at 732 McFerrin Avenue.
4. Monell's Dining & Catering
Monell's is where you come to eat a good southern meal alongside your community- meals are served family-style and it's all sweet comfort food. We'll take extra pie, thank you! There are various locations, so you'll want to search for the spot closest to you.
3. Five Points Pizza
Five Points is known for its delicious pizza, served in a pie or by the slice. The garlic knots are also known for how amazing and decadent they are, so you'll definitely want to visit and snag a few. The New York-style pies are served with en pointe craft beers so you really can't lose. Plan a visit for 1012 Woodland Street in East Nashville.
2. Husk Restaurant
Husk is actually based out of Charleston, South Carolina, but their Nashville location is in an old house that's absolutely stunning. Meals are served with local ingredients, so everything you order is fresh and bursting with flavor. This beautiful space is located at 37 Rutledge Street.
1. Edley's Bar-B-Que
Edley's - wow how this little space has exploded. It is now located in multiple spots around the city, and offers up some of the most delicious barbecue in the city. If you're looking for something a little different, their brisket tacos for lunch are something to write home about! (Various Locations)
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