Nashville's Food Scene

The Taste of Music City Nashville's Food Scene

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.

While you've been away, we've been busy! Come on back to your local favorites—and discover your soon-to-be favorites. With more than 60 new restaurants this year, a one-of-a-kind culinary adventure awaits. Simply put, we're better than we were before. And we're ready.

So come on back when you're ready.

Flavors

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.

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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
Uniquely Nashville

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

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
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.

Recipe Notes Cookbook
Cook Like a Nashvillian!

Recipe Notes is a collection of recipes from some of Nashville's great restaurants and chefs. Have a taste of Music City at home.

Get Cooking
Other Options

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

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Explore Nashville's Food Scene with the help of Stroll. Stroll works with your mobile device to serve up interesting facts, historical tidbits, special offers, and it keeps you in the know about all the local happenings within Nashville.

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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.