8th Avenue/Melrose | 12South | Belmont/Hillsboro Village | Berry Hill | Capitol View | Downtown | East Nashville | Germantown | Green Hills | Midtown/Vanderbilt | Music Row/Demonbreun/Edgehill | The Nations | Opryland/Music Valley | SoBro | Sylvan Park | The Gulch | Wedgewood/Houston | West End/Elliston Place
Just south of Downtown is home to budget-friendly corner cafes, chef-driven restaurants, and family-friendly eateries. Whether you’re looking for burgers and beers on tap at M.L. Rose, Nashville’s signature hot chicken at Hattie B’s, or refreshing juices at The Urban Juicer, it’s easy to see why 8th Avenue/Melrose is a great place to relax and enjoy Nashville’s signature hospitality.
One of the most walkable neighborhoods in Nashville, 12South is a dining destination chock full of restaurants, coffee houses, bakeries, and bars with patios. From bar-b-que and tacos to coffee and cocktails by a fireside, the 12South neighborhood is a great area to live, work, and play.
12 South Taproom and Grill | Edley’s Bar-B-Que | Frothy Monkey | Locust | Playdate | Urban Grub
Conveniently located near Vanderbilt University and Belmont University, this neighborhood has a collection of cafes and restaurants perfect for a day’s stroll. Spend time in a massive beer garden or a modern mountain steakhouse, or enjoy live music on a Belmont/Hillsboro patio.
Double Dogs | E3 Chophouse | International Market | Martin’s BBQ Joint
Berry Hill is nestled on the southeast side of Nashville, with charming restaurants to explore. Try freshly brewed coffee at Stay Golden, indulge in a gourmet meal at The Yellow Porch, sink your teeth into a juicy burger at Brother’s Burger Joint, taste delicious jams and jellies at The Nashville Jam Co., and sip cocktails with friends at Big Machine.
Hugh-Baby's BBQ & Burger Shop | Stay Golden Restaurant & Roastery
On the north side of the Gulch, Capitol View is a growing neighborhood with burgers, bar-b-que, tacos, and plenty of space to enjoy the outdoors amongst work and living spaces.
Condado Tacos | Joe Muer Seafood | M.L. Rose Craft Beer & Burgers
Downtown Nashville is alive with exciting live music, great food, and outdoor dining options. Whether you’re looking for a Honky Tonk Highway excursion or a casual dining experience, enjoy your time on the patio of a restaurant Downtown.
Assembly Food Hall | Café at Bobby | D’Andrews Bakery & Café | Deacon's New South | Ellington’s | Fourth & U | Hard Rock Cafe | Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse | Ophelia's Pizza + Bar | Puckett’s Grocery | Tin Roof Broadway | Trattoria Il Mulino
In the early aughts, East Nashville helped put Nashville on the map as a culinary destination. Eclectic options like Butcher & Bee, smoked meats at Edley’s Bar-B-Que, craft beers at East Nashville Beer Works, Asian-inspired cuisine at Noko, and more await in East Nashville.
Audrey | Butcher & Bee | East Nashville Beer Works | Edley’s Bar-B-Que | Folk | Joyland | Noko | Redheaded Stanger | Reunion
Originally home to Nashville’s German settlers, Germantown boasts chic favorites in historic settings, including 5th & Taylor, Henrietta Red, Rolf & Daughters, Butchertown Hall, gameday hotspots like Von Elrod’s, and bar classics at Mother’s Ruin.
5th & Taylor | Brooklyn Bowl | Butchertown Hall | Henrietta Red | Nashville Farmers’ Market | Rolf and Daughters | Sedona Taphouse | Taco Mamacita | Von Elrod’s Beer Hall & Kitchen
Just down the road from Downtown is the affluent neighborhood of Green Hills. Enjoy a date night on the patios of Etc. and North Italia, a fun night with friends at Shake Shack, Crow’s Nest Restaurant, and Greenhouse Bar, and family brunch at The Perch. Keep your eyes peeled - you might just see a celebrity or two.
Char | Etc. | Shake Shack
Midtown touts a variety of restaurants catering to students, the music industry, business executives, and visitors alike. Tap your foot along with local artists at The Row, Red Door Saloon, and The Stillery, brave the heat at Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, try something sweet from Hi-Fi Clyde's, or get the night started at Kung Fu Saloon, and Rebar, or experience a modern brasserie at Henley.
The Catbird Seat | Central Bar+Kitchen | Hattie B’s Hot Chicken | Henley | Hi-Fi Clyde’s | Kung Fu Saloon | Midtown Cafe | Scout's Pub | The Row | TMRW | Tribe
In the epicenter of Nashville’s music industry lies Music Row/Demonbreun/Edgehill with lively options from authentic Neapolitan pies from Bella Napoli, creative pub food options, and energetic music at Tin Roof.
The Nations' formerly industrial area’s abandoned warehouses and mills with interesting architectural features have attracted craft breweries, convivial bars, unique fast-casual eateries, and innovative chef-driven restaurants. Enjoy the weather and toast with a local!
Bringle's Smoking Oasis | Cafe at Thistle Farms | Daddy’s Dogs | Fat Bottom Brewing | Frothy Monkey | Hattie B’s Hot Chicken | Hugh-Baby’s | M.L. Rose West Craft Beer & Burgers | Streetcar Taps & Garden
Home of the iconic Grand Ole Opry, Opryland/Music Valley is the place for music and casual eateries. Soak in some rays and catch a game at Scoreboard Bar & Grill and John A’s, try German classics at Bavarian Bierhaus, and dine on delicious barbecue at Mission BBQ.
SoBro – short for south of Broadway – tucks away a plethora of patio options in an urban environment. Brunch, lunch, and dinner can all be spent outside among Nashvillians and those experiencing Nashville for the first time.
6th & Peabody | Barlines | Bob’s Steak & Chop House | City Winery | Husk | Liberty Common | The Listening Room Café | Martin’s BBQ Joint | Pinewood Social | Tennessee Brew Works | The Southern Steak & Oyster | Trattoria Il Mulino
Feel like a local in this residential area with friendly neighborhood joints like Edley’s Bar-B-Que, Pancho & Lefty’s, Neighbors Bar & Grille, Star Bagel, Park Café, and Answer. Take a walk through Sylvan Park's McCabe golf course, step back from the hustle and bustle, and enjoy the fresh air.
Edley’s Bar-B-Que | M.L. Rose West Craft Beer & Burgers | Pancho & Lefty’s | Streetcar Taps & Garden
The patios of the Gulch represent Nashville’s expansive culinary scene with elevated options at Sambuca and The Mockingbird, international cuisine from Saint Anejo and Sunda New Asian, and casual spots including Milk & Honey, Party Fowl, Peg Leg Porker, Pins Mechanical Co., and The Gumbo Bros.
Carne Mare | Luogo | Milk and Honey Nashville | Party Fowl | Peg Leg Porker | Pins Mechanical Co. | Saint Anejo | Sambuca | Sunda New Asian | Superica | The Mockingbird
Old warehouses, factories, and garages have been transformed into unique restaurants, distilleries, and breweries. Grab a bite or a drink outside and explore the eccentric art scene in Wedgewood/Houston.
After strolling through Centennial Park, stop by one of West End’s top patios to dine at Nashville’s oldest steakhouse, a cozy café or grille, or a beach oasis in a landlocked state.
Central Bar & Kitchen | Commodore Grille | Jasper’s | Jimmy Kelly’s