Nashville's Food Scene

The Taste of Music City Nashville's Food + Drink

Discover the spots that make Nashville the culinary destination it is today, including chef-driven restaurants and classic dining spots serving up hot chicken, barbecue, and meat & three. With nearly 200 new restaurants opening in the past two years, a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure awaits.

Food Scene

Looking for local food, vegan options, gluten-free, or something new? Look here.

Hot Chicken in Nashville
Taste the Heat
Nashville Hot Chicken

Hot Chicken is a Nashville original, fried chicken dish, doused in fiery spices, and served on a bed of white bread with a pickle. Find this at restaurants throughout the city, with heat levels ranging from mild to "clucking hot." Discover Nashville's staple cuisine, hot chicken. 

Eat Hot Chicken
Cuisine

Nashville has every flavor on the food wheel. Browse through Music City's restaurants that serve up a variety of tastes.

Cheap, delicious eats are everywhere in the Music City, and, with no shortage of music, Nashville is the weekend getaway dreams are made of.

Gary Stroller, Forbes
Rooftop Dining
Dine under the sun
Outside Dining

Enjoy the beautiful Nashville sunshine, a bite to eat, and a cold drink at the many restaurants with great patio and rooftop seating.

Dine Outside
#NashvilleBackstage
Chef Sean Brock of The Continental

Uniquely Nashville

Nashville is unique in every aspect, including the culinary scene. Discover local restaurants and bars you can only find in Nashville.

Food Events in Nashville
Food events
Celebrate Food

We don't just eat food in Nashville, we celebrate it. Take a look at all the fun culinary events happening each month out of the year.

Celebrate Food
Early Risers

Wake up early with Nashville and start your day with a hearty breakfast, brunch, or just a nice cup of coffee.

Martin's BBQ Joint
Slow-Roasted Goodness
Barbecue Restaurants

Tennessee is known for its low-and-slow barbecue and Nashville is no exception. Find a variety of dishes at barbecue restaurants in Music City.

Eat Barbecue
Have a drink

Taste buds vary depending on your mood. Luckily, Nashville has plenty of options for everyone. Find the perfect place with a great wine or cocktail menu and order a glass... or two.

Things to do in Nashville
Things to do in Music City
Still looking for more?

If you're looking for things to do outside of Nashville's Food Scene, check out some of the unique attractions and things to do in Music City.

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More Restaurants

Explore all the flavors each restaurant in Nashville offers.