Guidebook for Nashville
Food Scene
This converted pet shop features gourmet expresso drinks, elevated food, and a funky coffeehouse vibe. For those with a gluten allergy, they also offer a variety of yummy options to meet your needs!
304 locals recommend
Fido
1812 21st Ave SThis converted pet shop features gourmet expresso drinks, elevated food, and a funky coffeehouse vibe. For those with a gluten allergy, they also offer a variety of yummy options to meet your needs!
Located in the Sylvan Park neighborhood and across the street from McCabe Park, Edley's Bar-B-Que is great for a casual lunch or dinner. The fried pickles are incredible, and the brisket is on point!
418 locals recommend
Edley's Bar-B-Que
2706 12th Ave SLocated in the Sylvan Park neighborhood and across the street from McCabe Park, Edley's Bar-B-Que is great for a casual lunch or dinner. The fried pickles are incredible, and the brisket is on point!
This hidden gem is one of my favorite spots in the city! The food is absolutely INCREDIBLE. You must try the combo plater or combo salad. The Greek-inspired flavors are out of this world!
14 locals recommend
Fattoush Cafe
1716 Charlotte AveThis hidden gem is one of my favorite spots in the city! The food is absolutely INCREDIBLE. You must try the combo plater or combo salad. The Greek-inspired flavors are out of this world!
Located in the hip 12th South neighborhood, this place is a must. It's so good that my family and I go here every Sunday morning. Our favorite donuts are "The Purist" and “Maple Glaze." For those with diet restrictions, they also have flavorful paleo donuts!
202 locals recommend
Five Daughters Bakery 12th South
1110 Caruthers AveLocated in the hip 12th South neighborhood, this place is a must. It's so good that my family and I go here every Sunday morning. Our favorite donuts are "The Purist" and “Maple Glaze." For those with diet restrictions, they also have flavorful paleo donuts!
Critically acclaimed, Bastion delivers a culinary experience you will truly never forget.
192 locals recommend
Bastion
434 Houston StCritically acclaimed, Bastion delivers a culinary experience you will truly never forget.
Star Bagel is located in Sylvan Park and is the oldest, locally owned bagel shop in Nashville. A local favorite!
125 locals recommend
Star Bagel Cafe
4504 Murphy RdStar Bagel is located in Sylvan Park and is the oldest, locally owned bagel shop in Nashville. A local favorite!
The kale salad and lamb ragu are absolutely delicious. Be sure to make reservations ahead of time...this local favorite fills up fast!
32 locals recommend
Pastaria
8 City BlvdThe kale salad and lamb ragu are absolutely delicious. Be sure to make reservations ahead of time...this local favorite fills up fast!
You simply cannot visit Nashville without trying Nashville hot chicken! A quick tip: To beat the crazy long lines, order your meal to-go.
211 locals recommend
Hattie B's Hot Chicken - West Nashville, TN
5209 Charlotte AvenueYou simply cannot visit Nashville without trying Nashville hot chicken! A quick tip: To beat the crazy long lines, order your meal to-go.
Drinks & Nightlife
Located in Midtown, The Patterson House is an upscale bar serving carefully crafted cocktails and light bites, in a cozy, mellow setting. One of my favorites!
368 locals recommend
The Patterson House
1711 Division StLocated in Midtown, The Patterson House is an upscale bar serving carefully crafted cocktails and light bites, in a cozy, mellow setting. One of my favorites!
Tootsies Orchid Lounge
422 BroadwayWorld famous honky-tonk...enough said!
Voted Nashville Scene's local favorite honky tonk and is my favorite music venue and bar on Broadway.
601 locals recommend
Robert's Western World
416 BroadwayVoted Nashville Scene's local favorite honky tonk and is my favorite music venue and bar on Broadway.
If you want a break from the hustle and bustle of Broadway, this is a great local bar with a down-home vibe.
98 locals recommend
The Red Door Saloon
1816 Division StIf you want a break from the hustle and bustle of Broadway, this is a great local bar with a down-home vibe.
Otto's Bar
4210 Charlotte AvenueParks & Nature
For the active folk, McCabe park in the Sylvan Park neighborhood is your place. The beautiful three mile paved trail is the perfect place to unwind.
38 locals recommend
McCabe Park Community Center
101 46th Ave NFor the active folk, McCabe park in the Sylvan Park neighborhood is your place. The beautiful three mile paved trail is the perfect place to unwind.
Frequently visited by celebrities and locals, this is the park of choice to escape the hustle of city life.
435 locals recommend
Radnor Lake State Park
1160 Otter Creek Rd Frequently visited by celebrities and locals, this is the park of choice to escape the hustle of city life.
Shopping
Hidden in a strip center next to a grocery store, United American Liquidators is a fashionista's dream come true. Shop for your favorite designer at 70-90% off retail!
38 locals recommend
United Apparel Liquidators
2918 West End AveHidden in a strip center next to a grocery store, United American Liquidators is a fashionista's dream come true. Shop for your favorite designer at 70-90% off retail!
imogene + willie
2601 12th Ave SHatwrks
1027 8th Ave SL & L Market
3820 Charlotte AveArts & Culture
Built in the 1930's as a post office, this classic art deco building now houses a museum with rotating visual exhibitions and features local artists. The cafe has excellent food as well!
1024 locals recommend
Frist Art Museum
919 BroadwayBuilt in the 1930's as a post office, this classic art deco building now houses a museum with rotating visual exhibitions and features local artists. The cafe has excellent food as well!
A full-scale replica of the original parthenon in Athens located in the middle of Centennial Park. A must see!
699 locals recommend
The Parthenon
2500 West End AveA full-scale replica of the original parthenon in Athens located in the middle of Centennial Park. A must see!
An incredible experience, every time. For the best view, purchase your seats behind the orchestra.
277 locals recommend
Nashville Symphony | Schermerhorn Symphony Center
1 Symphony PlAn incredible experience, every time. For the best view, purchase your seats behind the orchestra.
Entertainment & Activities
Walking distance from the music studio, Climb Nashville West is a 12,000 sq. ft. indoor climbing and fitness center.
43 locals recommend
Climb Nashville
3600 Charlotte AveWalking distance from the music studio, Climb Nashville West is a 12,000 sq. ft. indoor climbing and fitness center.
Musicians Corner in Centennial Park features live music, food truck vendors, local artisians, a beer garden, and kid-friendly activities every Saturday from May - October. The best part, it's free! Check out their website for more information.
11 locals recommend
Musicians Corner
2500 West End AveMusicians Corner in Centennial Park features live music, food truck vendors, local artisians, a beer garden, and kid-friendly activities every Saturday from May - October. The best part, it's free! Check out their website for more information.
The ultimate spa experience. I highly recommend getting a massage or getting a body scrub.
16 locals recommend
Escape Day Spa and Salon
6000 TN-100The ultimate spa experience. I highly recommend getting a massage or getting a body scrub.
Pinewood Social
33 Peabody StSightseeing
Miles upon miles of stunning hiking trails with beautiful views!
77 locals recommend
Percy Warner stairs
Belle Meade BoulevardMiles upon miles of stunning hiking trails with beautiful views!