December 9, 2024
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Whether you're packing a picnic, hosting your next event or grabbing a quick bite on the go, these Nashville dining destinations offer delicious and convenient ready-made meals. From charcuterie boards to locally baked pastries, we’ve compiled the best gourmet grab-and-go cuisine in Nashville.
Café Cheeserie
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2003 Belcourt Ave. / Café Cheeserie
Frist Art Museum’s new dining concept from The Grilled Cheeserie features an inventive menu stocked with scratch-made sandwiches, charcuterie boards, soups, salads and grab-and-go staples. Whether you’re craving baked mac and cheese or a whipped feta baguette sandwich, this bistro-style spot has got you covered.
Corner Market Catering Company
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850 Hillwood Blvd., Ste. 6 / Corner Market Catering Company
Open since 1988, this buzzy catering company treats Nashvillians to a wide variety of culinary delights, from appetizers and party food to locally-made Tennessee Cheesecakes and crave-worthy casseroles. Swing by the brick-and-mortar shop to pick up seasonal, ready-made favorites, or order ahead of time to prep for your next event.
The Food Company
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2211 Bandywood Drive / The Food Company
This sustainably minded Music City establishment crafts fresh, first-come, first-serve daily specials and a bountiful lineup of gourmet meals on the go. Peruse the spot’s dinner to-go offerings (think chicken or black bean enchiladas, chicken parmesan with pesto penne and grilled pork tenderloin with blackberry mojo glaze), or check out the grab-and-go case for top picks like shepherd’s pie, wild mushroom quesadillas, spaghetti bolognese and more.
Greenery Co.
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1705 21st Ave. S. / Greenery Co.
This popular salad shop is the spot for tasty, nutritious, made-from-scratch salads, grain bowls and small bites. Choose from crowd-pleasers like the quinoa and arugula-topped Music City Med bowl and the balsamic-drizzled Alotta Buratta salad, or make your own bowl with your pick of toppings, bases, premiums, proteins and dressings.
JamBox Sandwich Shop
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1414 3rd Ave. S. / JamBox Sandwich Shop
Whether you’re just stopping by for a quick bite or ordering catering for your next event, this shop features an array of innovative sandwich creations, plus platter boxes, dips and large-format salads for your next gathering. Dig into specialty subs like the Blueberry Cobb (turkey breast, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon, scrambled egg salad, lettuce, avocado and blueberry jam) and the Cool Mo Dee (honey-smoked ham, white American cheese, basil pesto, balsamic glaze and peach jam), or opt for salads like the bourbon jam vinaigrette-topped Purple Haze and the Breakfast Club with honey-smoked ham.
Miss Daisy’s Kitchen
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1110 Hillsboro Road B220, Franklin / Miss Daisy’s Kitchen
Legendary chef and cookbook author Daisy King owns and helms this Franklin mainstay, which is known for its Southern-style ready-made dishes, sandwiches, gourmet comfort foods and takeout essentials. Take home specialties like crunchy chicken casserole, quiche slices, market greens salad and chicken noodle soup, or opt for bakery essentials (muffins, brownies, cakes, pies and more) and sides like chive potato salad, Southern cole slaw and creamy pimento cheese.
New York Butcher Shoppe
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2002 Richard Jones Road, Ste. B-108 / New York Butcher Shoppe
This premium butcher shop is a beloved pick for in-the-know locals. It offers a broad selection of high-caliber meats, cheeses, wines, prepared foods and specialty items. Pick up porterhouse, ribeye and New York strip steaks, or shop for cooked-and-prepared staples like beef stroganoff, goat cheese mashed potatoes, eggplant parmesan and more. Don’t forget to check out the spot’s curated selection of global vino, international grocery items and specialty cheeses while you’re there.
The Picnic Cafe
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6000 TN-100 / The Picnic Cafe
Founded in 1983 by owner Kathy Bonnet, this daytime cafe and party catering company is a local favorite for gourmet breakfast and lunch. It offers sandwich, fruit, and veggie trays for up to 50 guests. Visit to try the casserole or quiche of the day, the smoked turkey and Swiss sandwich, cakes, pies and grab-and-go offerings, including deviled eggs, pork tenderloin, spinach lasagna, meatloaf, broccoli salad and more.
Sperry’s Mercantile
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5107 Harding Pike / Sperry’s Mercantile
Since 2015, this beloved Belle Meade gourmet grocery store and butcher shop has made hosting effortless by providing premium steaks, seafood, desserts and other proteins. The shop also offers housemade seasonings, sauces, dressings and more, plus expertly crafted sides like twice-baked potatoes, chicken salad, steamed broccoli, creamed spinach and more.
Tinwings
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816 51st Ave. N. / Tinwings
This takeout caterer features an ever-evolving weekly menu with grab-and-go items, fresh-baked artisan breads, sweets and more. Offerings change seasonally and may include specialties like chicken pot pie, quiche of the week, pimento cheese, mushroom artichoke soup and grain bowls. Place an order online to get your fix of specialty catering items for up to 40 guests.
See also: 10 Best Steakhouses in Nashville
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