Three Tennessee Restaurants Are Among The Top 100 Places To Eat In America This Year
By Meghan Kraft|Published February 14, 2020
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Meghan Kraft
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Meghan Kraft loves to travel the world, but she makes her home right here in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds a degree in English, and has worked in the digital marketing realm with companies such as Apartments.com, USA Today and HarperCollins Publishing.
Tennessee is full of fabulous restaurants, whether you’re looking for family-run diners or specialty ice cream shops or decadent Italian-centric hot spots. The state has experienced a renaissance of sorts when it comes to dining, and there’s been an increase in globally inclusive fare from Memphis to Knoxville and everywhere in between. Three of Tennessee’s restaurants have been touted as “must visits” by Yelp, and you just might be surprised – none of them are in Nashville. It’s true. The Music City golden child has been ousted by the likes of Knoxville, Chattanooga and Memphis, and these eateries are a must if you’re hungry for quality meals.
Alleia is known for serving up decadent Italian fare in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Located in Chattanooga's Southside, reservations are highly encouraged if you'd rather not spend the evening waiting.
The warm, hospitable interior will make you feel as if you've stepped right into the heart of the rustic Italian countryside. Alleia can be found in the Old Harrington Building on East Main Street, and the chef's unique blend of southern classics and Italian cuisine is purely indulgent.
The ambience and atmosphere is lovely, and the pasta dishes are savory in the best kind of way. Locals rave about the bacon-wrapped dates, and the tender pork shoulder is served with a heaping plate of perfectly seasoned potatoes. No one leaves Alleia hungry, folks.
The interior is brightly painted and fairly traditional with its counter-centric ordering service. Locals can come order a gyro salad or perhaps a chicken sandwich, and sides of hummus, baba ganoush and even french fries make for a perfect addition.
Top off your Mediterranean feast with an order of baklava, authentically prepared on-site. The menu is tight and the service is kind, which elevates Yassin's beyond your standard casual eatery.
Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar can be found right in the heart of downtown Memphis. Known for its fine dining and expansive menu, this stunning eatery boasts everything from small plates to elegantly prepared entrees.
The aesthetic is truly stunning. Flight Restaurant & Wine Bar is awash in natural light, no matter the time of day, and at night the entire space becomes a romantic escape.
This beautiful eatery lends itself to small plates and long, indulgent dinners. Guests can choose their own flights of small plates, or indulge in the chef's pairing suggestions. It all depends on how you're feeling, folks!
If you’re looking for a low-key breakfast spot in Tennessee, then the All-Star Cafe might be the spot to go.
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