Experience Asian Culture in Nashville

Nashville has long been a proud sister city to Taiyuan and Chengdu, China, and Kamakura, Japan. The partnership between these and other international cities has strengthened Music City’s connection to the world through education and events. In the last 10 years, Music City has planted 1,000 Japanese cherry blossom trees in partnership with its sister city and hosts an annual Cherry Blossom Festival each Spring to celebrate this cultural connection.

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Asian-Owned Businesses & Experiences

Celebrity Chef Maneet Chauhan, a judge on "Chopped" has spiced up Music City with Chauhan Ale & Masala House. This modern Indian gastropub, recipient of multiple awards and accolades (Open Table Diner's choice, Eater.com, Playboy, The Tennessean and many more) is located in the North Gulch area. Chef Chauhan and her team have created a menu that marries southern staples with traditional Indian dishes to create truly unique and award winning flavors. Chauhan Ale & Masala House offers sit down

The Gulch

Nestled in the vibrant Gulch neighborhood, Sunda celebrates the rich and diverse culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, drawing inspiration from Japan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, China, and beyond. Our menu features an exquisite selection of dishes crafted with the highest quality ingredients, bringing authentic flavors to life in every bite. At Sunda, we believe in elevating the dining experience with our extensive drink offerings, including a curated collection of signature

The Gulch

Suzy Wong's House of Yum is Home of Nashville’s Original Drag’n Brunch! Chef Arnold Myint, Arnold competed on the Emmy-award winning show Top Chef & most recently Food Network Star Season 11. He crafted a Brunch menu of Asian favorites fused with Southern cuisine. Drag Brunches are every Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Seating are at 10:30 and 1. Perfect for Bachelorette parties, Birthdays, or special events.

Midtown

A modern diner serving up global fare and delicious fun, is led by the talented culinary duo of Executive Chef / Partner Brian Riggenbach and front-of-house extraordinaire / Partner Mikey Corona. Inspired by the restaurant's namesake, Brian has created The Mockingbird's menu to mimic its surroundings, offering comfort food favorites influenced by the many global elements that make up American culture and cuisine. He has crafted the menu so that no two dishes are alike, pulling inspiration from

The Gulch

International Market is a beloved Thai restaurant in Nashville, originally opened in 1975 by Win and Patti Myint. After a brief closure, the Myint siblings, Arnold and Anna, reopened it in 2021 at 2013 Belmont Blvd, just across the street from the original location. The restaurant offers a modern take on traditional Thai cuisine, featuring dishes like Thai fried chicken, spicy lamb dan dan noodles, and crab & shrimp dumplings. Recognized with the Thai Select Classic Award from the Royal Thai

Belmont/Hillsboro

Koi Sushi & Thai provides a family friendly atmosphere for sushi and thai connoisseurs alike. As an award winning restaurant, with over 20 years of experience in sushi preparation, we provide an excellent environment to enjoy creative cuisine to please the most discerning customer. In addition, we offer a great selection of beer and wines along with a full bar to compliment your meal.

Midtown

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Local Celebrities

Arnold Myint
Celebrity Chef, TV Personality, Culinary Instructor, Mixologist, and Nashville Native. Chef/owner/partner of International Market (IM2), Nashville, BLVD Bistro, Suzy Wong's House of Yum, and Show Pony Wine.

Lily Saito
Lily Saito began her training at the School of American Ballet, where she had the privilege of performing at Lincoln Center for three years as a child in George Balanchine’s Nutcracker. She then trained at Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School and Ellison Ballet before joining Washington Ballet as a full scholarship trainee. Saito joined Nashville Ballet in 2018. Since then, she has performed roles in Paul Vasterling’s Carmina Burana, Seasons, Nashville’s Nutcracker, and Swan Lake. True to her artistic roots, when she’s not in the studio, Saito enjoys singing, playing the piano, and acting.

Maneet Chauhan
Maneet Chauhan is an Indian American chef and television personality of Punjabi origin. Previously the Executive Chef of several notable restaurants in Chicago, Nashville, and New York, she is featured as a judge on Chopped on the Food Network.

Food & Drink

Aloha Fish Company
alohafishcompany.com

Bangkokville Thai Cuisine
bangkokvillenashville.com

Best of India Nashville
bestofindiatn.com

Bombay Palace
nashvillebombaypalace.com

Far East Nashville
fareastnashville.com

Hawkers
eathawkers.com/locations/nashville

Inchin’s Bamboo Garden
bamboo-gardens.com

InterAsian Market + Deli
interasianmarket.com

K+S World Market
facebook.com/ksworldmarket

King Market Cafe
kingmarkettn.com

Koi Sushi & Thai Restaurant
koisushithai.com

Little Saigon Market
facebook.com/LittleSaiGonMarketNashville

Love, Peace, & Pho
lovepeaceandpho.net

Miss Saigon
misssaigontn.com

Royal Boba: Handcrafted Milk Tea
westnashville.drinkyinyangtea.com

Steam Boys
steamboys.com

Thai Esane
thaiesane.com

The Smiling Elephant
thesmilingelephant.com

Sitar Indian Cuisine
sitarindiannashville.com

Sonobana Japanese Restaurant
sonobananashville.com

VN Pho & Deli
vn-pho-deli.business.site

Vui’s Kitchen
vuiskitchen.com

Woodlands Indian Vegetarian Cuisine
woodlandstennessee.com

WIN Bubble Tea
winbubbletea.com

Yin Yang Tea
drinkyinyangtea.com

Nashville's Asian Culture

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