November 5, 2024
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From Southern comfort food staples to globally inspired favorites, these top Nashville spots deliver tempting meals right to your doorstep.
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer
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Multiple locations / Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer
Get your burger fix with crave-worthy offerings from this joint, which is best known for its wagyu burgers, Korean barbecue wings and golden Idaho fries. Don’t miss out on other favorites like the black truffle burger, the hot chicken sandwich and the hand-battered fried dill pickle chips.
Blanco Cocina + Cantina
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530 Broadway / Blanco Cocina + Cantina
Fans of Mexican fare are in for a treat at this Sonoran-inspired eatery, which serves everything from chicken tinga bowls and crunchy taco salad to porch chile verde burritos and grilled mahi tacos. For a little bit of everything, the restaurant’s combo platter is a hit, featuring a ground beef taco, cheese enchilada and bean tostada.
Chauhan Ale and Masala House
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123 12th Ave. N. / Chauhan Ale and Masala House
This Capitol View spot merges Indian and Southern cuisine with an advanced culinary program helmed by legendary executive chef and co-owner Maneet Chauhan. Sample favorites like the tandoori chicken poutine, the paneer kabobs and the Desi Indian make-your-own entree, served with basmati rice and your choice of protein and curry.
The Eastern Peak
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536 Thompson Lane; 8121 Sawyer Brown Road, Ste. 201 / The Eastern Peak
Whether you’re in the mood for sushi, curry, stir-fry or pho, this fan-favorite Asian fusion restaurant has got you covered. Dig into specialties like the veggie-topped drunken noodles, the katsu don rice bowl and the crab fried rice, or go all in with the sashimi deluxe combo, an assortment of 18 pieces of raw fish, served with sushi rice and the side of your choice.
Five Points Pizza East
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1012 Woodland St. / Five Points Pizza East
Enjoy New York-style pizza, starters and stromboli from this neighborhood mainstay, which offers an ever-changing slice of the day. Choose from offerings like the carnivore-centric Supreme pie, the pineapple-topped Hawaiian pizza and the vodka sauce pie with housemade vodka tomato cream sauce, prosciutto di parma, spinach, mushrooms, red onions, fresh basil, minced garlic and fresh mozzarella.
Frothy Monkey
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Multiple locations / Frothy Monkey
Local coffee shop and cafe Frothy Monkey serves craft coffees, baked goods, salads, sandwiches and other entrees. Sip on beverage essentials like the rosemary honey latte and the banana syrup-infused Monkey Mocha, and opt for tasty fare like the salmon arugula salad, the salami and Swiss sandwich and the herb-crusted trout.
Hattie B's Hot Chicken
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Multiple locations / Hattie B's Hot Chicken
This family-owned spot is a must-visit for Nashvillians and visitors alike, featuring its mouthwatering signature hot chicken sandwich, plus wings, tenders, waffles, sides, snacks, sweet treats and more. Whether your go-to is the mild Southern or the maximum-heat “Cluck Up” sauce, the sandwich takes things to the next level with a golden bun, tender chicken and your pick of American or pimento cheese.
Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint
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Multiple locations / Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint
Owner and pitmaster Pat Martin takes the reins at this barbecue spot, which has been a favorite since its 2006 opening. Fans can satisfy their craving with barbecue trays, sandwiches, smoked wings, tacos and more, showcasing made-from-scratch specialties like smoked beef brisket, pulled pork shoulder, fall-off-the-bone ribs and smoked chicken, sausage and turkey.
Sadie’s Nashville
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1200 Villa Place / Sadie’s Nashville
This chic Mediterranean outpost serves kebabs, moussaka, entrees and mezze, with an indulgent array of sides to boot. Start small with mango chili wings, hummus plates and falafels, or go all in with plates of dry-rubbed hanger steak, whole-roasted spiced cauliflower and cumin-coriander salmon.
PennePazze Nashville
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3826 Charlotte Ave. / PennePazze Nashville
This farm-to-table, open-concept Italian dining destination offers a full range of authentic fare, from plates of fresh pasta to Roman-style pizza, paninis and dessert. Since its opening in 2020, the restaurant has quickly risen through the ranks as a top local pick, serving up lasagna, gorgonzola-topped gnocchi, mushroom ragu and more.
See also: 10 Best Steakhouses in Nashville
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