Lunch
Mitchell's Deli →
Great outdoor patio, cold beer, and yummy deli sandwiches built to order.
Sylvan Park
Mas Tacos Por Favor →
Local fav taco joint with the best chicken tortilla soup in the city.
East Nashville
Big Al's Deli →
Delicious Southern-style food; friendly neighborhood hole-in-the-wall diner; no frills, all flavor.
Germantown
Nashville Farmers' Market →
Lots of great international food options under one roof, plus local produce and artisan vendors.
Downtown
Pinewood Social →
Coffee shop, restaurant, bar, patio, and bowling alley all in one — definitely a place not to miss.
SoBro
Otaku Ramen →
If you haven’t yet experienced the wonder that is real ramen, it’s time. The broth alone is worth the trip.
The Gulch
Five Points Pizza →
Garlic knots, cold beer, NY-style pizza, and a walk-up window for late-night slices.
East Nashville
Hattie B's Hot Chicken →
Nashville’s world-famous hot chicken, done right. Order it “hot” if you dare.
Multiple Locations
Arnold's Country Kitchen →
Legendary meat-and-three for an authentic Southern homecookin’ experience. Get in line early.
Midtown
Edley's Bar-B-Que →
Slow-smoked barbecue and classic Southern sides. “A tribute to all things Southern.” Multiple Nashville locations.
Multiple Locations
Kisser →
Michelin Bib Gourmand Japanese comfort food in a cozy East Nashville spot. Think crispy katsu, house-made udon, and a brunch worth the wait.
East Nashville
East Side Banh Mi →
Quick, flavorful Vietnamese sandwiches and bowls at a counter-service pace. A neighborhood go-to that never disappoints.
East Nashville
Twenty-First →
Bright, welcoming American spot on 21st Ave with a menu built for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Great patio energy.
Hillsboro Village
Brown's Diner →
A Nashville institution since 1927. No-frills burgers in a converted railcar — as classic as it gets.
Hillsboro Village
Turkey & The Wolf Icehouse →
Over-the-top sandwiches from the acclaimed New Orleans crew. Creative, generous, and open daily with a laid-back vibe.
East Nashville
Redheaded Stranger →
Michelin Bib Gourmand Tex-Mex with house-made tortillas and Hatch green chiles. Breakfast tacos in the morning, loaded plates all day.
East Nashville
Café Rozé →
Health-forward and gorgeous. All-day menu with fresh bowls, creative salads, and a full bar in a pink-hued East Nashville space.East NashvilleLimo Peruvian Eatery →Authentic Peruvian flavors on Fatherland Street. Ceviche, lomo saltado, and empanadas that bring something truly different to the Nashville lunch scene.
East Nashville
Thistle Farms Cafe →
Globally inspired, locally sourced lunch from Nashville’s largest social enterprise for women survivors. Beautiful food with real purpose — and the only daily tea service in the city.West NashvilleLost & Found →Open-air gathering place with rotating food trucks, a craft cocktail bar, and a wine bar. Grassy picnic area and plenty of communal seating for a laid-back lunch.
East Nashville
Rosepepper Cantina →
A neighborhood institution with award-winning margaritas (11 years running), Sonoran-style Mexican, and 80+ tequilas. Large covered patio fills fast.
East Nashville