Guidebook for Nashville

Food Scene

The Flipside

Flipside is a 12 South Nashville neighborhood restaurant that features retro-chic diner styles 1950s TV memorabilia, as well as a variety of eats from world famous "Jack's Best Chicken" (chicken breast pounded thin with seasoned bread crumbs and pan sautéed in extra virgin olive oil) topped 21 different ways! They have really fun Bloody Mary drinks on their brunch menu. The Bloody Mary is a meal, with crab-legs, chicken, tater tots, etc on skewers stuck down in the drink.

57 locals recommend

The Flipside

2403 12th Ave S

57 locals recommend

Flipside is a 12 South Nashville neighborhood restaurant that features retro-chic diner styles 1950s TV memorabilia, as well as a variety of eats from world famous "Jack's Best Chicken" (chicken breast pounded thin with seasoned bread crumbs and pan sautéed in extra virgin olive oil) topped 21 different ways! They have really fun Bloody Mary drinks on their brunch menu. The Bloody Mary is a meal, with crab-legs, chicken, tater tots, etc on skewers stuck down in the drink.

MAFIAoZA’s

Mafiaoza’s Pizzeria is a neighborhood pizzeria and pub, providing great, 1920s New York Italian food and great service. They have an awesome kid-friendly environment, an award-winning wine list, and they are open until 3:00 am for a late night out. The Brother Fredo is our favorite.

213 locals recommend

MAFIAoZA’s

2400 12th Ave S

213 locals recommend

Mafiaoza’s Pizzeria is a neighborhood pizzeria and pub, providing great, 1920s New York Italian food and great service. They have an awesome kid-friendly environment, an award-winning wine list, and they are open until 3:00 am for a late night out. The Brother Fredo is our favorite.

bartaco

Bar Taco is amore upscale taco place with a great atmosphere. Bar Taco is inspired by the beach culture of Brazil, Uruguay, and Southern California. They have upscale street food with coastal vibes in a relaxed environment. They have great, freshly-squeezed juices, specialty cocktails and beer. Bar Taco’s street tacos are in high demand so it is best to arrive early to put your name in.

265 locals recommend

bartaco

2526 12th Ave S

265 locals recommend

Bar Taco is amore upscale taco place with a great atmosphere. Bar Taco is inspired by the beach culture of Brazil, Uruguay, and Southern California. They have upscale street food with coastal vibes in a relaxed environment. They have great, freshly-squeezed juices, specialty cocktails and beer. Bar Taco’s street tacos are in high demand so it is best to arrive early to put your name in.

Burger Up

Burger Up is a delicious burger joint with all their meats sourced from local farmers. They have a gourmet twist to classic burgers and the food not only tastes incredible, but also honors the community, environment, and your well-being. The sweet potato fries are spectacular. Often times, there will be a line, so you may want to go a bit earlier.

323 locals recommend

Burger Up

2901 12th Ave S

323 locals recommend

Burger Up is a delicious burger joint with all their meats sourced from local farmers. They have a gourmet twist to classic burgers and the food not only tastes incredible, but also honors the community, environment, and your well-being. The sweet potato fries are spectacular. Often times, there will be a line, so you may want to go a bit earlier.

Five Daughters Bakery 12th South

Five Daughters Bakery is a super popular spot on the strip. Five Daughters Bakery is a family business with a menu reflecting a balance of comfort and innovation, as well as a high standard of quality and integrity. They have the 100 layer donut, paleo, vegan, and yummy stuffed donuts with unique yet delicious flavors and choices. We would definitely recommend visiting Five Daughters, because the donuts are AMAZING!

202 locals recommend

Five Daughters Bakery 12th South

1110 Caruthers Ave

202 locals recommend

Five Daughters Bakery is a super popular spot on the strip. Five Daughters Bakery is a family business with a menu reflecting a balance of comfort and innovation, as well as a high standard of quality and integrity. They have the 100 layer donut, paleo, vegan, and yummy stuffed donuts with unique yet delicious flavors and choices. We would definitely recommend visiting Five Daughters, because the donuts are AMAZING!

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

Jeni’s Ice Cream is something to write home about. Jeni’s Splendid Ice cream is based out of Ohio, but the Nashville locations bring a unique taste to our Music City. The ice cream has a uniquely smooth texture and buttercream body, with bright, fun flavors and a clean finish. From the brambleberry crisp ice cream to the salty caramel ice cream chipwich, you will not be disappointed by their sweet treats!

754 locals recommend

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

1892 Eastland Ave

754 locals recommend

Jeni’s Ice Cream is something to write home about. Jeni’s Splendid Ice cream is based out of Ohio, but the Nashville locations bring a unique taste to our Music City. The ice cream has a uniquely smooth texture and buttercream body, with bright, fun flavors and a clean finish. From the brambleberry crisp ice cream to the salty caramel ice cream chipwich, you will not be disappointed by their sweet treats!

Epice

Epice is an intimate, informal bistro serving traditional Lebanese fare with modern flair and imported wines. It gives a very organic and authentic atmosphere and aesthetic. Serving delicious foods with a wholesome and organic vibe to leave you feeling full and refreshed, Epice is the place to visit.

117 locals recommend

Epice

2902 12th Ave S

117 locals recommend

Epice is an intimate, informal bistro serving traditional Lebanese fare with modern flair and imported wines. It gives a very organic and authentic atmosphere and aesthetic. Serving delicious foods with a wholesome and organic vibe to leave you feeling full and refreshed, Epice is the place to visit.

The Grilled Cheeserie

Grilled Cheeserie is one of Nashville’s famous food trucks that recently opened a store-front. This place is top notch. They have various versions of a grilled cheese with unique and tasty twists. Our suggestion would be the Pimento Mac & Chee and the B&B of Tennessee.

43 locals recommend

The Grilled Cheeserie

2003 Belcourt Ave

43 locals recommend

Grilled Cheeserie is one of Nashville’s famous food trucks that recently opened a store-front. This place is top notch. They have various versions of a grilled cheese with unique and tasty twists. Our suggestion would be the Pimento Mac & Chee and the B&B of Tennessee.

Sky Blue Cafe

Sky Blue Cafe is a colorful diner with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options for breakfast and brunch. It is an alternative, yet delicious breakfast spot at anytime of the day. Every table is stocked with Trivial Pursuit games to sharpen your nonsensical fun facts and segue fun conversations for families and friends.

198 locals recommend

Sky Blue Cafe

700 Fatherland St

198 locals recommend

Sky Blue Cafe is a colorful diner with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options for breakfast and brunch. It is an alternative, yet delicious breakfast spot at anytime of the day. Every table is stocked with Trivial Pursuit games to sharpen your nonsensical fun facts and segue fun conversations for families and friends.

The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden

The Pharmacy is home to some of the best burgers in town. Classic burgers meet an eccentric flare to create a delicious combination. The Farm burger is a wonderful choice, especially paired with their craft beers. The Pharmacy also has vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options as well.

778 locals recommend

The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden

731 Mcferrin Ave

778 locals recommend

The Pharmacy is home to some of the best burgers in town. Classic burgers meet an eccentric flare to create a delicious combination. The Farm burger is a wonderful choice, especially paired with their craft beers. The Pharmacy also has vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options as well.

Pinewood Social

Pinewood Social is one of Nashville’s treasures. A restaurant, a bar, a bowling alley, an outside pool, you name it… Pinewood has it. The drink menu is unparalleled with their unique twists to classic drinks. The atmosphere at Pinewood is eccentric and inviting. There is plenty to do and no boredom is welcome.

571 locals recommend

Pinewood Social

33 Peabody St

571 locals recommend

Pinewood Social is one of Nashville’s treasures. A restaurant, a bar, a bowling alley, an outside pool, you name it… Pinewood has it. The drink menu is unparalleled with their unique twists to classic drinks. The atmosphere at Pinewood is eccentric and inviting. There is plenty to do and no boredom is welcome.

Milk & Honey

Milk and Honey is located in the Gulch and is a perfect setting for a nice date. This NY-style restaurant and bar is upscale and is home to gelato and delicious baked goods. Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and desserts menus available according to time of day, but anything on the menu is a great choice. The bread appetizer is a must!

123 locals recommend

Milk & Honey

214 11th Ave S

123 locals recommend

Milk and Honey is located in the Gulch and is a perfect setting for a nice date. This NY-style restaurant and bar is upscale and is home to gelato and delicious baked goods. Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Coffee and desserts menus available according to time of day, but anything on the menu is a great choice. The bread appetizer is a must!

Barista Parlor

Barista Parlor-Nashville's best-known coffee house on a national level has quickly made a name for itself in the high-end coffee world. The aesthetic of each location is very industrial and modern, with the right amount of color and a physical place where commerce and at intersect. They sell local products and the coffee has a perfect combination of clarity and sweetness in each roast. You will without a doubt have a spectacular experience.

470 locals recommend

Barista Parlor

519 Gallatin Ave

470 locals recommend

Barista Parlor-Nashville's best-known coffee house on a national level has quickly made a name for itself in the high-end coffee world. The aesthetic of each location is very industrial and modern, with the right amount of color and a physical place where commerce and at intersect. They sell local products and the coffee has a perfect combination of clarity and sweetness in each roast. You will without a doubt have a spectacular experience.

CREMA

Crema- this Rolling Mill Hill outpost is serious about its business, taking painstaking efforts to source its beans the right way and offering up various classes on the craft of coffee. And if you like an extra little pick-me-up with your morning joe, head over to Pinewood Social and order Crema's Cortado with Fernet

271 locals recommend

CREMA

15 Hermitage Ave

271 locals recommend

Crema- this Rolling Mill Hill outpost is serious about its business, taking painstaking efforts to source its beans the right way and offering up various classes on the craft of coffee. And if you like an extra little pick-me-up with your morning joe, head over to Pinewood Social and order Crema's Cortado with Fernet

Frothy Monkey

Frothy Monkey-A 12 South institution, neighbors, college students and business types alike have been flocking to this original location of Frothy Monkey since its inception. The atmosphere is chill and inviting with great coffee choices. They have several locations and wonderful spaces to chill, get work done, and meet new people.

547 locals recommend

Frothy Monkey

2509 12th Ave S

547 locals recommend

Frothy Monkey-A 12 South institution, neighbors, college students and business types alike have been flocking to this original location of Frothy Monkey since its inception. The atmosphere is chill and inviting with great coffee choices. They have several locations and wonderful spaces to chill, get work done, and meet new people.