Whether you enjoy this lunch staple on a toasted brioche bun, on its own or over a bed of greens, chicken salad is a timeless favorite. These Nashville dining spots offer some of the best chicken salad recipes, with tasty add-ins and irresistible toppings.

Bill’s Sandwich Palace

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311 N. 16th St. / Bill’s Sandwich Palace

Lockeland Springs sandwich shop Bill’s serves inventive grab ‘n go favorites, from its albacore tuna-topped “Jim Halpert” to its shawarma-spiced “There Goes My Gyro.” Don’t miss out on the joint’s “Chickytown” sub, piled high with roasted chicken breast, scallion mayo, honey spiced nuts, iceberg apple slaw and ginger carrot dressing, served on a garlic butter toasted bolillo roll.

Breadwinner Lunch Shop

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900 Rosa L. Parks Blvd / Breadwinner Lunch Shop

Nashville Farmers Market vendor Breadwinner Lunch Shop features made-from-scratch sandwiches crafted with house-baked bread and local ingredients. Try the joint’s beloved Nashville chicken salad sandwich, made with focaccia, lettuce, tomatoes, onions and a blend of tender fried chicken and creamy mayo.

Chicken Salad Chick

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Multiple locations / Chicken Salad Chick

This chicken salad-centric eatery serves tasty varieties of the beloved lunch staple in the form of salads and sandwiches, plus soups and sides. Choose from chicken salad offerings like the “Fancy Nan” with Fuji apples, seedless grapes and pecans, the “Lauryn’s Lemon Basil” with chopped pecans, fresh basil and lemon and the “Kickin’ Kay Lynne” with buffalo sauce, Ranch, bacon, shredded cheese, jalapeños and Sriracha.

FatBelly Pretzel Bakery & Deli

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921 Gallatin Ave. / FatBelly Pretzel Bakery & Deli

This bakery and cafe is a local must-visit, known for its hand-rolled pretzels, fresh-baked sweets and tempting overside sandwiches. Try the “G-Netty” sub with chicken salad, American cheese, potato chips, pickled onions, iceberg lettuce and dressing on a Dutch crunch roll or opt for the chicken salad-topped “Cobster” salad with lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, egg, bacon, blue cheese, Ranch and pretzel crumbs.

Germantown Café

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1200 5th Ave. N. / Germantown Café

For over 20 years, this beloved Germantown neighborhood restaurant has welcomed locals and visitors alike, serving from crab cake benedicts to plum sauce pork. Lunch-goers can dig into Germantown Café’s chicken salad sandwich, served on multigrain bread with pulled roasted chicken, spiced apples, shredded lettuce, apple butter and a side of house-cut fries.

JamBox Sandwich Shop

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1414 3rd Ave. S. / JamBox Sandwich Shop

This newly debuted lunchtime outpost is already becoming a go-to for Music City locals with inventive sandwiches like the chicken salad-topped “Purple Rain.” The sub is a must-try for chicken salad enthusiasts, made with a harmonious blend of melted white American cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, crumbled pecan and sweet grape jam.

Puckett’s Restaurant

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500 Church St. / Puckett’s Restaurant

Offering a slew of Southern comfort favorites—from slow-smoked barbecue ribs to pimento cheese bites—downtown eatery Puckett’s is one to visit for its creamy, savory signature chicken salad. Served with your pick of French fries, sweet potato fries, skillet mac & cheese or house salad, the restaurant’s homemade chicken salad is crafted with pecans, red grapes and celery, served on whole wheat bread with lettuce and tomato or on a bed of field greens with a side of fruit.

The Food Company

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2211 Bandywood Drive / The Food Company

With a lush greenhouse bar, a curated beverage program and a roster of menu staples, The Food Company crafts must-try meals like sandwich melts, daily soup specials and fresh-made salads. The spot’s tarragon almond chicken salad sandwich is a specialty, served with lettuce on sourdough farm bread.

The Picnic Cafe

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6000 TN-100 / The Picnic Cafe

Founded in 1983 by Nashville local Kathy Bonnet, this local eatery is known for its chic ambiance and delicious Southern cuisine. Opt for the classic chicken salad sandwich or shake things up with the tarragon chicken salad, which features roasted chicken, celery, green onions and nuts on a bed of mixed greens.

Tinwings

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816 51st Ave. N. / Tinwings

West Nashville market Tinwings offers everything from curated weekly menus to grab ‘n go fare, artisan bread and sweet treats, plus fully prepared meals to take home and specialty catering. Tinwings’ ever-changing lineup of menu highlights may include dishes like sesame miso chicken salad, tarragon chicken salad or Southern-style chicken salad made with grapes and pecans.

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