![]() But if you want an insider tip on a hidden Music City gem, it’s the Le Big Matt burger at Emmy Squared – locations in Germantown, The Gulch, and Green Hills. You can’t go wrong with any of their unique Japanese-inspired dishes or perfectly curated cocktail menu. “When it comes to restaurants, I will almost always recommend Two Ten Jack in East Nashville. The menu is full of fresh, quality ingredients from local farms and purveyors and Frothy Monkey’s artisan bread and pastries.” – Frothy Monkey Two Ten Jack & Emmy Squared Frothy’s full-service cafe serves breakfast through dinner, beer and wine, and their own locally roasted coffee. Set on a cozy corner in the Lockeland Springs neighborhood, this versatile spot is perfect for coffee dates, family meals, or happy hour. “Walking into Frothy Monkey East’s all-day cafe, warm smiles and top-notch hospitality will greet you. Here you have a food experience that lets you walk away with a feeling you will remember forever, the perfect expression of Nashville culture.” – Taste Journey Travel Frothy Monkey As Monells says, “enter as strangers, leave as friends.” It might have something to do with the biscuits, chicken, and cheese grits. “Located in a Victorian house in Nashville’s historic Germantown, this is where you need to go for all-you-can-eat Southern comfort food breakfast, lunch, and dinner served family-style. I ate four of them.” – Travel Past 50 Monells Your choice includes favorites such as turnip greens, fried okra, sweet potatoes, and the delicious Loveless biscuits. Accompanying every meal is two side dishes. (When I asked our waitress if the fried chicken was good, she looked at me like I was crazy). “ The Loveless Cafe in Nashville bills itself as “classic Southern food.” The menu features country ham, pork chops, and the best fried chicken you’ve ever had. Their hidden gem food item is whipped feta which was once described to me as “the reason I get out of bed in the morning,” and I was delighted to learn that was an extraordinarily accurate statement.” – Marsh House The Loveless Cafe Their menu is seasonal, creative, so flavorful, and never disappoints. “One of my favorite places in Nashville is Butcher and Bee. ![]() After ten years of business, it’s watched the city grow up around it and remains a favorite to locals and tourists alike.” – The Southern Butcher and Bee The Southern is as true to Nashville as you can get. The deliciously smokey Baby Back Ribs are so tender they fall off the bone, and you can eat them with a fork. The BBQ Shrimp has a sauce so good that you’ll want to arm wrestle anyone who tries to take the plate away before you’ve sopped everything up with one of the cheddar and scallion biscuits. “If you ask a local Nashvillian for their recommendation for dining in downtown Nashville – The Southern Steak & Oyster is top of mind. Veggie dogs are also available.” – The Nashville Mom The Southern Steak & Oyster Customers can sit on picnic tables near the food trucks. These are not your average hot dogs but are available with toppings like macaroni and cheese and hash browns. “I Dream of Weenie is a go-to local hot dog food truck in East Nashville. I can only go mild, but many brave the Extra Hot.” – Nesting in Nashville I Dream of Weenie We often venture to South Nashville to fill up on the original at Prince’s Hot Chicken. “There’s a reason that all the tourists clamor for Nashville Hot Chicken. For an entrée, the Brasserie Chicken on parmesan risotto (absolutely amazing) and the Scottish Salmon is always cooked to perfection.” – Woodmont Realty Prince’s Hot Chicken Top three suggestions: get the grilled octopus for an appetizer – it’s life-changing. The menu is phenomenal, but we have our favorite dishes that we specifically order every time we visit. It’s located in South Nashville and is open for dinner seven days a week and brunch on Sundays. “As a self-proclaimed ‘foodie,’ I highly recommend Southside Grill. Here is a list of hidden food gems in Nashville with menus that won’t disappoint and where the locals go time and time again. Nashville’s restaurant scene is exploding and continues to grow every year. Keep reading to see what they had to say. We asked Nashville locals to share their favorite foodie spots in the city, and they delivered. Maybe you’re looking for a menu that will make your mouth water, an insta-worthy dining experience, or a sweet treat to end the night – regardless, we’ve got you covered. ![]() Whether you’re renting an apartment in Nashville, staying at an Airbnb for the week, or just passing through, you’ll want to check out the city’s best hidden food gems. Nashville is also a foodie’s paradise – with everything from traditional Southern cuisine to upscale, fine dining. While Nashville is widely known as the “Music City” – music isn’t the only thing that makes Tennessee’s largest city famous. ![]()
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