Raymond and Sharon’s guidebook
My favorite restuarants
We are partial to locally owned restaurants that serve fresh ingredients.
Phat Bites looks like a "hole in the wall" place, but the food is always awesome! They also have live music on the weekends. In warm weather you may sit outside. Prices are great and you receive very large portions. The owner is super-nice and if she is there she may give you a sample plate if you ask.
62 locals recommend
Phat Bites
2730 Lebanon PikePhat Bites looks like a "hole in the wall" place, but the food is always awesome! They also have live music on the weekends. In warm weather you may sit outside. Prices are great and you receive very large portions. The owner is super-nice and if she is there she may give you a sample plate if you ask.
Amy's is a sweet little spot that is owned by a native Ethiopian family. If you go like Ethiopian food, it is a treat! The owners are lovely and also package their own bags of coffee beans. On Friday nights there is a buffet where you may try various dishes.
Amy's Ethiopian Restaurant
2510 Murfreesboro PikeAmy's is a sweet little spot that is owned by a native Ethiopian family. If you go like Ethiopian food, it is a treat! The owners are lovely and also package their own bags of coffee beans. On Friday nights there is a buffet where you may try various dishes.
This cafe is a delicious spot to experience vegetarian and vegan food. There are also gluten-free options. There are several unique dishes...protein bowls with beans, smoky kale, and quinoa with garlic aoli is one of my absolute favorites! They also have delicious gluten-free desserts and homemade kombucha.
The dining area is small, so arrive early at usual meal times. There is a nice outdoor seating area when the weather is nice. They have an app if you would like to order to go!
75 locals recommend
Sunflower Cafe
2834 Azalea PlThis cafe is a delicious spot to experience vegetarian and vegan food. There are also gluten-free options. There are several unique dishes...protein bowls with beans, smoky kale, and quinoa with garlic aoli is one of my absolute favorites! They also have delicious gluten-free desserts and homemade kombucha.
The dining area is small, so arrive early at usual meal times. There is a nice outdoor seating area when the weather is nice. They have an app if you would like to order to go!
Arrive early!! This location in the Gulch is extremely popular and there will be a wait at meal times for this hot, delicious food. The Burgers are hand-made and amazing! Don't skip the sweet potato tots. The vibe here is fun and loud. There are multiple TVs broadcasting the sporting event of the day. Walk around the Gulch after your meal to experience some of Nashville's downtown area.
93 locals recommend
Burger Republic
420 11th Ave SArrive early!! This location in the Gulch is extremely popular and there will be a wait at meal times for this hot, delicious food. The Burgers are hand-made and amazing! Don't skip the sweet potato tots. The vibe here is fun and loud. There are multiple TVs broadcasting the sporting event of the day. Walk around the Gulch after your meal to experience some of Nashville's downtown area.
We are partial to this location of Hattie B's because it has more seating than some of the other locations. BEWARE! This restaurant is a favorite of locals and tourists, so you need to arrive waaaay before meal times or order online to avoid lines that literally wrap around the building waiting for the next hot bird:-)
211 locals recommend
Hattie B's Hot Chicken - West Nashville, TN
5209 Charlotte AvenueWe are partial to this location of Hattie B's because it has more seating than some of the other locations. BEWARE! This restaurant is a favorite of locals and tourists, so you need to arrive waaaay before meal times or order online to avoid lines that literally wrap around the building waiting for the next hot bird:-)
If you need a quick bite for lunch or dinner, this little spot is owned by native Middle-Easterners who will serve you cheerfully. The portions are large and delicious. This is a simple, no-nonsense establishment, just basic good food at a reasonable price. They did not spend money of decorations, but who is going for the decor anyway? This is one of our favorite Friday night quick meals because it's so close. You could walk there if you wanted to!
Sam Kabob Gyro
2500 Murfreesboro PikeIf you need a quick bite for lunch or dinner, this little spot is owned by native Middle-Easterners who will serve you cheerfully. The portions are large and delicious. This is a simple, no-nonsense establishment, just basic good food at a reasonable price. They did not spend money of decorations, but who is going for the decor anyway? This is one of our favorite Friday night quick meals because it's so close. You could walk there if you wanted to!
Delicious, craft-style burgers and the sweet potatoe fries are unique and to-die for!
83 locals recommend
Gabby's Burgers & Fries
493 Humphreys StDelicious, craft-style burgers and the sweet potatoe fries are unique and to-die for!
2 minute drive from our house. Great for a quick meal. Generous portions and great price-point
Sam Kabob Gyro
2500 Murfreesboro Pike2 minute drive from our house. Great for a quick meal. Generous portions and great price-point
Local favorite and not well-known. This place falls into the category of the best "hole-in-the-wall" around.
7 locals recommend
King Market
1801 Antioch PikeLocal favorite and not well-known. This place falls into the category of the best "hole-in-the-wall" around.
Bistro-like atmosphere and menu offerings. Casual and in hip East Nashville. They sell homemade breads and other eats in-store.
425 locals recommend
Marché Artisan Foods
1000 Main StBistro-like atmosphere and menu offerings. Casual and in hip East Nashville. They sell homemade breads and other eats in-store.
Live music on the Weekends! Uniquie Irish foods.
91 locals recommend
McNamara's Irish Pub & Restaurant
2740 Old Lebanon RoadLive music on the Weekends! Uniquie Irish foods.
Great local Breakfast Eatery! About 25 minutes from us. West of downtown.
22 locals recommend
Big Bad Breakfast-Nashville
5304 Charlotte AveGreat local Breakfast Eatery! About 25 minutes from us. West of downtown.
Food scene
bartaco
2526 12th Ave SUnique Taco Offerings in a Super-cool part of Nashville.
Biscuit Love Gulch
316 11th Ave SMust visit and super-cool area of Nashville-The Gulch
Vegan/Gluten-free Bakery!! Only a 15 minute drive from our house.
20 locals recommend
Sunflower Bakehouse
2414 Lebanon PikeVegan/Gluten-free Bakery!! Only a 15 minute drive from our house.
East Nashville
Hipster Neighborhood with cool shops and restaurants.
Neighborhoods
12 South
Cool murals, shops, and restaurants in this quaint neighborhood.
Sightseeing
Love Circle
Love CircleGreat view of Downtown Nashville.
Ryman Auditorium
116 5th Ave NHistoric "Mother-Church" of country music.
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
1200 Forrest Park DrBeautiful Gardens and Unique Seasonal Exhibits
Amazing concrete arch bridge. Must see to appreciate.
59 locals recommend
Natchez Trace Parkway Bridge
Natchez Trace ParkwayAmazing concrete arch bridge. Must see to appreciate.
Outdoor Spots
Boat ramps and nature trails. Fitness Trail that follows the outline of the lake is only a 7 minute drive from our house.
171 locals recommend
Percy Priest Lake
Boat ramps and nature trails. Fitness Trail that follows the outline of the lake is only a 7 minute drive from our house.
Lockeland Springs
Peaceful Nature Spot in the Big City
Serene and picturesque pathways in the heart of Brentwood/Oakhill neighborhood in Nashville. It's a great place to unwind and walk anytime of day. Parking can be a bear on the weekends.
435 locals recommend
Radnor Lake State Park
1160 Otter Creek RdSerene and picturesque pathways in the heart of Brentwood/Oakhill neighborhood in Nashville. It's a great place to unwind and walk anytime of day. Parking can be a bear on the weekends.
Shakespeare in the park in the summer, playground, ponds, etc make this a nice spot close to downtown to get a breath of fresh air or take a picnic lunch. Check online for museum hours if you want to tour the Parthenon.
788 locals recommend
Centennial Park
2500 West End AveShakespeare in the park in the summer, playground, ponds, etc make this a nice spot close to downtown to get a breath of fresh air or take a picnic lunch. Check online for museum hours if you want to tour the Parthenon.