Places to Eat in Nashville, Tennessee

Kyle & I just got back from our trip to Nashville so I thought it would be the perfect time for me to write up all of our favorite food spots! There are SO many good restaurants in Nashville I wish we could have tried more!

Frothy Monkey 

The sweetest all-day coffee shop located in 12 South. It looks small from the outside but it's actually quite spacious once you walk in! The perfect place to cozy up with a drink or sit out on the porch on a beautiful Tennessee day! 

What to Order: 

Cold brew coffee with vanilla flavor + cream // YUM

Biscuit Love

The South is known for its biscuits and this breakfast spot doesn't disappoint! I loved the cool vibe inside the restaurant as well as the many entree options with biscuits. Get there early as the line can go out the door! You order up at the counter prior to finding a seat. We arrived both times we went around 8:30am and had no issues with lines or waiting.

What to Order:

Sausage, egg & cheese on a biscuit // ' Lily': Biscuit french toast, lemon mascarpone, blueberry compote & house syrup (my favorite!) 

Milk & Honey

Another great breakfast spot! This restaurant is pretty large and a great place to bring a family. They had freshly made baked goods available and a coffee bar if you aren't looking to sit down for a full meal. 

What to Order:

Freshly baked biscuit with honey & strawberry preserves (SO good) // Sausage, egg and cheese with hashbrowns 

Krispy Kreme 

If you don't live in the South then visiting Krispy Kreme is a must! I was so excited to wake up & walk across the street for fresh donuts! 

What to Order:

Original glazed donut, Chocolate frosted cream-filled donut, Large hot coffee

Burger Republic

I had hands down the best burger I've ever had at this restaurant! It was incredible- so much flavor and cooked perfectly! To top things off the prices here were great- I think it was around 11 dollars for a burger and fries. 

What to Order:

A flight of beer, Fried pickles & peppers, The 96 burger with truffle tots (trust me!) 

Hattie B's Hot Chicken

 

Before we went to Nashville I did some research and everyone said we HAD to go to Hattie B's & they were right! It's definitely more of a fast food type atmosphere than a sit-down restaurant. You order up at the counter and then find a table- since it was nice out the porch was open so we grabbed a picnic table. It is pretty small in there so it can seem very "busy".  You can also order to-go or call in for pickup. 

What to Order: 

Hot Chicken Sandwich with Mac and Cheese- the chicken is incredible! I got the 'hot' sauce and it was quite spicy! Next time I would probably get the medium heat. 

Bar Taco

This was probably my favorite restaurant overall that we went to. The service was great and the food was even better. The tacos were between 2-3 dollars each and had very fresh ingredients. 

What to Order:

Salsa & Guac, Chicken taco, Carnitas taco, Baja fish taco, Crispy rock shrimp taco (my fave!), Grilled Corn

Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

This was Kyles favorite restaurant! It would be a good place to go with a group as they have a very large space and big picnic-style tables. This restaurant like the others you order at the counter and then find a seat- this seemed to be a theme throughout Nashville! The food came out fast and was absolutely delicious! When we left we smelled like smoked meats so keep that in mind! 

What to Order: 

Big Momma Sampler: feeds (2-3), 4 bones, 6oz pork, 6oz brisket,  choice of 3 sides ( I suggest mac and cheese, baked beans, and fries!) 

No Baked Cookie Dough 

This was a fun place for dessert! The dough tastes exactly like the cookie dough you would use to bake.
What to Order:
Chocolate chip cookie dough & Sugar cookie dough


Hope you've enjoyed!
XO,
Nicholle