Nashville Restaurants

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  • 1. Five Points Pizza

    $ | East Nashville

    A lively strip of bars wouldn't be complete without a pizza joint, and Five Points Pizza fills that void in the Five Points neighborhood, slinging slices, pies, and brews to the crowds heading to nearby 3 Crow Bar or the Five Spot. For the late-night set, Five Points offers a walk-up window for ordering slices to go. The prosciutto and basil slice is a sure bet, as are the big, greasy garlic knots.

    1012 Woodland St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-915–4174

    Known For

    • Fresh, fast pizza
    • Lively, neighborhood feel
    • Local craft beer
  • 2. Folk

    $$ | East Nashville

    Chef Philip Krajeck's first Nashville restaurant Rolf and Daughters has been a runaway success since opening in 2012, and he has another success on his hands with new spot Folk, situated in East Nashville's Cleveland Park neighborhood. Seasonal salads and small plates round out a well-balanced menu.

    823 Meridian St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37207, USA
    615-610–2595

    Known For

    • Wood-fired pizza
    • Fresh, seasonal ingredients
    • Hip, artsy interior
  • 3. Mitchell Delicatessen

    $ | East Nashville

    Mitchell Delicatessen is one of the pillars of East Nashville's Riverside Village neighborhood, and having relocated from across the street to a larger space in 2014, it's one of the more spacious delis in town (with a large covered patio, to boot). Come for classics like the Turkey Avocado; come back for Mitchell creations like the Turkey Apple Brie and Asian Flank Steak.

    1306 McGavock Pike, Nashville, Tennessee, 37216, USA
    615-262–9862

    Known For

    • Creative and traditional sandwiches
    • Generous portions
    • Gluten-free and vegetarian options

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Sun.
  • 4. The Pharmacy

    $ | East Nashville

    If you have a hankering for good burgers and good beer, look no further than the Pharmacy to cure what ails you. The outdoor beer garden is hard to beat for both its size and ambience, and the food itself is fresh, locally sourced, and thoughtfully served. Though burgers are the name of the game, there are vegetarian-friendly options. Be sure to try The Pharmacy's house-made phosphates (sodas) and milk shakes.

    731 McFerrin Ave., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-712–9517

    Known For

    • House-made phosphates (sodas) and milkshakes
    • Hard-to-find beers
    • Large outdoor dining space
  • 5. Barista Parlor

    $ | East Nashville | Coffee

    The East Nashville location of Barista Parlor is the spot that started it all for the growing local coffee chain. Barista Parlor is known for paying almost an excruciating level of detail to all of its coffee beverages, so you know you're getting a quality cup of coffee every time you visit. They also sell pastries and small bites, served up in a painstakingly hip environment.

    519B Gallatin Ave., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-712–9766

    Known For

    • Carefully made coffee drinks
    • Hip, trendy setting
    • Knowledgeable staff
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  • 6. Bongo Java East

    $ | East Nashville

    The eastern outpost of the local Bongo Java empire, this location is in East Nashville's bustling Five Points neighborhood. Stop in for coffee, tea, pastries, sandwiches, and more, served up in a refreshingly unpretentious environment by a friendly, knowledgeable staff. Bongo also has beer on tap and a selection of board games (thanks to a 2017 merger with Game Point Café), so it's the perfect spot to transition from daytime work to evening play.

    107 S. 11th St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-777–3278

    Known For

    • Ethically sourced coffee
    • Locally sourced food
    • Friendly staff
  • 7. Butcher and Bee

    $$ | East Nashville

    Though it only opened in 2015, Butcher and Bee is already a Nashville culinary mainstay. The restaurant is convenient both to downtown and to East Nashville's Five Points, and offers guests a variety of dining options, from a casual weekend brunch to an elegant dinner of small, shared plates, all of which find the middle ground between Middle Eastern and Southern American influences. The whipped feta is a must-try.

    902 Main St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-226–3322

    Known For

    • Shareable small plates
    • Large, lively space
    • Middle Eastern influences
  • 8. Dose Café and Dram Bar

    $ | East Nashville

    Located in East Nashville's Riverside Village neighborhood, Dose Café and Dram Bar serves up some of the city's finest espresso drinks. In addition to a caffeine fix, you'll find a full food menu, baked goods, beer, wine, and cocktails, making Dose the perfect one-stop shop for exploring the neighborhood.

    1400 McGavock Pike, Nashville, Tennessee, 37216, USA
    615-730–8625

    Known For

    • Breakfast and lunch options
    • Beer, wine, and cocktails
    • Specialty coffee
  • 9. Edley's Bar-B-Que

    $ | East Nashville

    At Edley's it's first come, first served for their mouthwatering brisket. If you miss the brisket, there are plenty of other delectable Southern barbecue favorites, quickly made to order and enjoy on polished-wood picnic tables inside or on the large patio; you can wash it down with a local craft beer or their signature Bushwacker, a chocolate rum milk shake.

    908 Main St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-873–4085

    Known For

    • House-smoked barbecue
    • Delectable sides
    • Extensive beer list
  • 10. Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

    $ | East Nashville

    Jeni's has become such a popular presence in Nashville that many people, locals included, forget the string of ice cream shops is actually based in Ohio. No matter, though, as the colorful shop and its artful flavors of ice cream and sorbet fit right in here in Music City, particularly in East Nashville. Stop by for dessert after dinner at Rosepepper, which is conveniently located just across the street.

    1892 Eastland Ave., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-262–8611

    Known For

    • Fresh ingredients
    • Creative flavors
    • Modern, minimal atmosphere
  • 11. Lockeland Table

    $$ | East Nashville

    Equipped with a wood-burning stove, a smoker, and a garden of fresh vegetables, Chef Hal Holden-Bache gets down to business preparing some serious down-home cooking at his popular neighborhood restaurant, which serves comfort-gourmet food in a relaxed setting. Don't miss their cocktail menu, which features seasonal-inspired mixed drinks.

    1520 Woodland St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-228–4864

    Known For

    • Creative comfort food
    • Thoughtful beverage program
    • Neighborhood atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 12. Margot Café and Bar

    $$ | East Nashville

    In 2001, when Nashville native Margot McCormack brought her Culinary Institute of America/New York City café–pedigree back home to establish Margot Café, she sparked a food revolution that has since swept through East Nashville. Her local dining institution consistently offers a delightfully inconsistent menu, with Southern-influenced rustic Italian and French dishes served daily. Ingredients are seasonal and always fresh; and fish, chicken, and meat dishes are prepared in an accessible, gourmet-meets-comfort-food style.

    1017 Woodland St., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-227–4668

    Known For

    • Locally sourced ingredients
    • Creatively prepared comfort food
    • Intimate atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 13. Rosepepper Mexican Grill

    $$ | East Nashville

    Even if you haven't been to Rosepepper, it's possible you've seen a photo of the restaurant's front sign, which features humorous comments like, "We love margaritas as much as Kanye loves Kanye." Luckily for guests, the food and drinks, which span classic Mexican fare like tacos as well as Americanized hybrids like the Mexican Caesar salad, are as good as the restaurant's sense of humor. They have a great outdoor space, too, so visit when the weather's nice.

    1907 Eastland Ave., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-227–4777

    Known For

    • Strong, flavorful margaritas
    • Vegetarian options
    • Instagram-worthy sign and great outdoor seating space
  • 14. Ugly Mugs

    $ | East Nashville

    Ugly Mugs is a neighborhood coffee shop on the edge of East Nashville's Lockeland Springs neighborhood. For those staying in the area, it's a great spot to grab coffee, breakfast, or a simple lunch or dinner, and it's also a popular hangout for local musicians, so you never know who you might run into.

    1886 Eastland Ave., Nashville, Tennessee, 37206, USA
    615-915–0675

    Known For

    • Well-crafted espresso drinks
    • Fresh, locally sourced food
    • Friendly, comfortable atmosphere

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