Nashville Guidebook
Food scene
Right across from Bridgestone Arena downtown, you can dine, shop, or explore in this brand new venue. Assembly Food Hall has all the local favorites under one roof. Live music often available. Beautiful rooftop bar as well as the National Museum of African American Music that opened in 2021!
146 locals recommend
Fifth + Broadway
5036 BroadwayRight across from Bridgestone Arena downtown, you can dine, shop, or explore in this brand new venue. Assembly Food Hall has all the local favorites under one roof. Live music often available. Beautiful rooftop bar as well as the National Museum of African American Music that opened in 2021!
Iconic hot chicken spot. A few locations around town. This is the closest to the AirBnb.
128 locals recommend
Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Melrose Nashville, TN
2222 8th Ave SIconic hot chicken spot. A few locations around town. This is the closest to the AirBnb.
Grass-fed beef burgers, shakes & sweet-potato fries draw crowds to this down-home lunch-only spot. Closed on Sunday. 6 min drive/2 miles from AirBnb. Line moves quickly if there is one. Close to new MLS Stadium.
83 locals recommend
Gabby's Burgers & Fries
493 Humphreys StGrass-fed beef burgers, shakes & sweet-potato fries draw crowds to this down-home lunch-only spot. Closed on Sunday. 6 min drive/2 miles from AirBnb. Line moves quickly if there is one. Close to new MLS Stadium.
Straightforward establishment whipping up health- conscious Thai classics in quaint quarters. A landmark on 8th Ave. Great Pad Thai and large portions.
156 locals recommend
The Smiling Elephant
2213 8th Ave SStraightforward establishment whipping up health- conscious Thai classics in quaint quarters. A landmark on 8th Ave. Great Pad Thai and large portions.
Our favorite order at the counter burrito and margarita place. Great for a quick bite.
11 locals recommend
HIllsboro Village Mural
1612 21st Ave SOur favorite order at the counter burrito and margarita place. Great for a quick bite.
The Loveless Cafe remains unchanged in the quaint country charm and good cooking that has made it a landmark since its doors opened over 50 years ago. The biscuits and fried chicken are out of this world.
**Recommend reservations. There is corn hole outside and a gift shop to explore if there is a long wait when you arrive.
418 locals recommend
The Loveless Cafe
8400 TN-100The Loveless Cafe remains unchanged in the quaint country charm and good cooking that has made it a landmark since its doors opened over 50 years ago. The biscuits and fried chicken are out of this world.
**Recommend reservations. There is corn hole outside and a gift shop to explore if there is a long wait when you arrive.
Sightseeing
Opryland hotel is magnificent and includes indoor waterfalls and its own moat with a boat. Shop at neighboring Opry Mills Mall and catch a concert at iconic Grand Ole Opry. Free parking in the mall parking lot adjacent to the resort or paid parking by hotel lobby.
316 locals recommend
Gaylord Opryland Resort
2800 Opryland DrOpryland hotel is magnificent and includes indoor waterfalls and its own moat with a boat. Shop at neighboring Opry Mills Mall and catch a concert at iconic Grand Ole Opry. Free parking in the mall parking lot adjacent to the resort or paid parking by hotel lobby.
There is a 3 mile flat loop that goes around the lake which is 1/3 paved right along the lake and 2/3 wooded path. Deer, turkeys and an owl or two are frequently seen. Pets are prohibited on the non-paved trails. Additional trails will take you up in elevation. The fall colors are beautiful here! The shaded trails make it a good place to visit on a hot day as well.
435 locals recommend
Radnor Lake State Park
1160 Otter Creek RdThere is a 3 mile flat loop that goes around the lake which is 1/3 paved right along the lake and 2/3 wooded path. Deer, turkeys and an owl or two are frequently seen. Pets are prohibited on the non-paved trails. Additional trails will take you up in elevation. The fall colors are beautiful here! The shaded trails make it a good place to visit on a hot day as well.
Okay, so this is a bit of a drive, but is one of our FAVORITE outdoor spots in the greater Nashville area and is great for couples, families or a group. The wine is terrific, but you don't have to purchase any to use the outdoor picnic area for free. Pack a picnic or small bites there. No outside alcohol allowed. Check website for live music schedule.
347 locals recommend
Arrington Vineyards
6211 Patton Rd
Okay, so this is a bit of a drive, but is one of our FAVORITE outdoor spots in the greater Nashville area and is great for couples, families or a group. The wine is terrific, but you don't have to purchase any to use the outdoor picnic area for free. Pack a picnic or small bites there. No outside alcohol allowed. Check website for live music schedule.
Enjoy new cultural experiences in Nashville at Plaza Mariachi with live music and entertainment, delicious food options (sit down and around a food court) and unique shopping choices. Try the yummy paletas! Check calendar for free entertainment times.
55 locals recommend
Plaza Mariachi Music City
3955 Nolensville PikeEnjoy new cultural experiences in Nashville at Plaza Mariachi with live music and entertainment, delicious food options (sit down and around a food court) and unique shopping choices. Try the yummy paletas! Check calendar for free entertainment times.
Brand new museum right downtown that showcases the musical genres inspired, created, or influenced by African-Americans. Lots of interactive exhibits!
88 locals recommend
National Museum of African American Music
510 BroadwayBrand new museum right downtown that showcases the musical genres inspired, created, or influenced by African-Americans. Lots of interactive exhibits!
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
222 Rep. John Lewis Way SRyman Auditorium
116 5th Ave NGrand Ole Opry
600 Opryland DrTour this historic venue or book tickets to see a live show!
Centennial Park
2500 West End AveCheekwood Estate and Gardens
1200 Forrest Park DrNashville Zoo at Grassmere
3777 Nolensville PikePercy Warner Park
50 Vaughn RdBroadway and Honky Tonks
If you want a night out at the honky tonks on Broadway, Wildhorse has live music and guided line dancing to get every one up and moving. Full menu as well.
136 locals recommend
Wildhorse Saloon
120 2nd Ave NIf you want a night out at the honky tonks on Broadway, Wildhorse has live music and guided line dancing to get every one up and moving. Full menu as well.
Downtown in the heart of Broadway. Ole Red Nashville is a restaurant, bar, live music venue, and retail space in downtown Nashville inspired by Blake Shelton. Pure country!
56 locals recommend
Ole Red
300 BroadwayDowntown in the heart of Broadway. Ole Red Nashville is a restaurant, bar, live music venue, and retail space in downtown Nashville inspired by Blake Shelton. Pure country!
Acme Feed & Seed
101 BroadwayDowntown, close to Broadway. Multiple venues within, great drinks, outside spaces and live music. Some shows do require tickets in
advance.
120 locals recommend
City Winery
609 Lafayette StDowntown, close to Broadway. Multiple venues within, great drinks, outside spaces and live music. Some shows do require tickets in
advance.
Puckett’s roots stretch way back to the ‘50s and a little grocery store in the village of Leiper’s Fork, Tenn. Ever since then, we’ve been focused on providing friends new and old with great food and Southern hospitality — and six restaurants later, that aim still rings true. Puckett’s has built a name on hosting live, local music and serving Southern staples — classics like meat-and-three items and our famous slow-smoked BBQ — in a laid-back and down-home atmosphere.
210 locals recommend
Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - Nashville
500 Church StPuckett’s roots stretch way back to the ‘50s and a little grocery store in the village of Leiper’s Fork, Tenn. Ever since then, we’ve been focused on providing friends new and old with great food and Southern hospitality — and six restaurants later, that aim still rings true. Puckett’s has built a name on hosting live, local music and serving Southern staples — classics like meat-and-three items and our famous slow-smoked BBQ — in a laid-back and down-home atmosphere.
In the neighborhood
Industrial-style, relaxed locale offering homestyle cooking & cocktails, plus a large whiskey menu.
6 locals recommend
South Side Kitchen & Pub
2190 Nolensville PikeIndustrial-style, relaxed locale offering homestyle cooking & cocktails, plus a large whiskey menu.
Right around the corner from the AirBnb. We absolutely love these crepes and the coffee is amazing too. Savory and sweet crepes available for breakfast and lunch as well as sandwiches and salads. Definitely worth a stop!
76 locals recommend
Red Bicycle Coffee
2190 Nolensville PikeRight around the corner from the AirBnb. We absolutely love these crepes and the coffee is amazing too. Savory and sweet crepes available for breakfast and lunch as well as sandwiches and salads. Definitely worth a stop!
Dessert spots
Café Intermezzo - Nashville
2nd Avenue SouthAmazing cake and coffee and cute decor.
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1892 Eastland AveMultiple locations around town. Unique flavors!
Goo Goo Shop
116 3rd Ave SLocal candy shop off Broadway. Gift shop, ice cream and shakes.
Best cookies! A few locations around town. Unique and trendy flavors change weekly.
Crumbl Cookies - Nashville
1716 21st Ave SBest cookies! A few locations around town. Unique and trendy flavors change weekly.
Neighborhoods
The Gulch
12 South
Nearby!
Germantown
Hillsboro Village on 21st Ave. is right in the middle of Vanderbilt University and Belmont University. Walkable area with cute boutiques, breakfast spots, Crumbl cookies, Jeni's Ice Cream, sports bar and more.
60 locals recommend
Belmont/Hillsboro
Hillsboro Village on 21st Ave. is right in the middle of Vanderbilt University and Belmont University. Walkable area with cute boutiques, breakfast spots, Crumbl cookies, Jeni's Ice Cream, sports bar and more.
East Nashville
Walkable. Fun boutiques. Great patios, coffee, brunch, dinner and dessert spots! Our favorite neighborhood.
12 South
Walkable. Fun boutiques. Great patios, coffee, brunch, dinner and dessert spots! Our favorite neighborhood.
Breakfast/Brunch
Iconic Nashville breakfast spot. Always a line, but it moves fast.
327 locals recommend
Pancake Pantry
1796 21st Ave SIconic Nashville breakfast spot. Always a line, but it moves fast.
Biscuit Love (Hillsboro Village)
2001 Belcourt AveMake your own pancakes at a griddle in the middle of the table. Customize toppings. Gluten free pancakes available. Unique spot for groups and families!
56 locals recommend
The Pfunky Griddle
2800 Bransford AveMake your own pancakes at a griddle in the middle of the table. Customize toppings. Gluten free pancakes available. Unique spot for groups and families!
Great to pop in for a sit down brunch or you can order food/baked goods (sooo good!!) at the counter. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
The Butter Milk Ranch
Great to pop in for a sit down brunch or you can order food/baked goods (sooo good!!) at the counter. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Quality coffee and fresh Tex-mex breakfast. Just around the corner, can walk if needed.
12 locals recommend
Tempo
2179 Nolensville PikeQuality coffee and fresh Tex-mex breakfast. Just around the corner, can walk if needed.