50 Best American Restaurants in Nashville

“I was in the Nashville location on 1/28 during my visit to the area. It was packed but everything moved quickly, efficiently and the staff was so very friendly to everyone. That didn’t stop just at the start but all throughout our time there. The lady helping us (her name was Isis, I believe) even followed back up with us on something. Her and the manager went above and beyond to take care of us on something we didn’t even ask them to. Btw, nothing happened, they were just out of something, it came back in and they took care of us. A measure most would not do but she found us and made sure to take care. Now THAT is friendly customer service! The food is so amazing, y’all. This is going to be my new joint for every single visit to Nashville from now on. Hot dayum!!“

“Absolutely great food, great atmosphere and incredible service. Don't miss out on the experience 🌹“

“We visited on a night when the AC had gone out, so it was a tad warm. But the server did a great job of working through that glitch. The cocktail menu was fun and creative. The dinner menu combines classics very simply prepared over live fire with out of the box shareables, such as the corn ribs, which are a MUST. Parking is rough, but it was all quite worth the visit.“

“Crusty joyburger(smashburger) is very flavorful. It’s an affordable lunch spot.“

“Food was amazing! Loved the experience“

“You can’t beat the Skull room in Nashville. The food, service, music, and atmosphere 5 plus stars! Highly recommend“

“amazing food and staff! The brunch is top tier“

“Beautiful experience in a beautiful space. The open concept with the pristine kitchen right in the middle. Watching the chefs work to deliver unique presentations. Service was outstanding. It shows that all staff really love what they do. It is hard to describe the dishes, you just have to experience them. I’d recommend the feast.“

“Dined here for the first time on my birthday this past Thursday. Met up with friends and y’all let us hang out and chat as long as we wanted. Food was amazing!! You MUST try the chicken tortilla soup!! The tilapia, ALSO AMAZING!! Love the cozy environment as it reminds me of my small town restaurants back home. We will be back every time we are in Nashville!“

“Vibe here is very fire-meets-brick, in a good way. Got the brisket plate with charred green beans and esquites — brisket was smoky, sliced thick, super tender. Green beans had this grill-flavor I didn’t expect to love, but yeah, I’d get 'em again. Place was busy but didn’t feel hectic.“

“What an incredible place! Celebrated with friends last night and the food was amazing, the service incredible (Dee Dee was simply awesome) and the vibe was wonderful! We LOVE this place!“

“What’s not to love, great food, chilled atmosphere inside and outside with the friendliest staff….and excellent value for money. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“What a fantastic experience. Everything we had on our tasting menu was out of this world. We kept trying to pick our favorite dish of the night but ended up agreeing that everything was on the same incredibly high level of excellence.Fantastic place to go for birthdays, anniversaries, or very special occasions. We would love to go again!“

“Y’all we drove from Birmingham to eat here. Graze Nashville did not disappoint! Amazing food! The Brussels were my favorite 😋“

“The restaurant space has no windows and seems designed to primarily serve hotel guests, but they validate parking in their garage for restaurant patrons. I will certainly visit this restaurant again for the fresh, healthy options for brunch and fantastic service. Looked like a lovely high-tea was also being enjoyed by families across the hall.“

“Best Smash Burgers around. Fried chicken is amazing. You can go no heat or all the way to 11. Don't wait“

“Each time we fly through Nashville, we stopped here to eat. The food is really good, and the service is top-notch. The manager, Maverick? I think, will be seen busing tables during busy times. The wait staff is always friendly. This time we had Tracy- a spunky gal with a great attitude. No matter what you order you can’t go wrong with a side of their queso. That wonderfully smooth hot cheese dip is good on everything. Also, most of the time we split when we go here- we get the double patty burger- it’s excellent!“

“The best dining experience I’ve ever had. The chef’s choice was an awesome choice! Everything that came out was delicious. Our servers were wonderful especially our waitress who had us sign her Nancy Drew book. That added to the experience! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Husk is a must try if you’re in Nashville and wanting a nice dinner spot. It is pricey but it’s worth it. The delicata squash appetizer was to die for! The service was good, our waiter was a bit cold and not very chatty or friendly which is why I only gave it 4 stars.“

“The best food and service!!“

“Overall experience was very good and highly recommend to try this place out. They have many menu options and the food was very good. Parking was an issue however there is a public parking garage right across the street and the 1st hour is free then it goes up to $12 for 2 hours. The seating wasn’t a favorite as the tables are practically right next to each other so if it’s busy you will be having breakfast with strangers and be shoulder to shoulder as you eat. They do offer free refills on drinks such as iced tea but we had to go to the bar every time to ask for a refill as there aren’t any servers checking in. Overall great experience and spent around $60 for 2 people.“

“The atmosphere is very nice and the food is delicious!“

“We had their breakfast & IT WAS AMAZING. The pancakes were hands down the best I have ever had. The staff were so nice as well. We will be back!“

“The food and drinks were fantastic, our waiter was exceptional and we felt very celebrated as it was both of our birthdays. Got a complimentary chocolate cake that was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was electric, which made it hard to hear at times but other than that, exceptional experience“

“Great place to take my family members and friends from Louisiana when in town visiting me since I have been living here for a while and I am retired from the hospitality industry.“

“Live music with great food, drinks, & service!“

“The food, ambience, and service were all absolutely fantastic! First we had an extremely helpful hostess modify our reservation. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with an elegant yet welcoming decor. Our server was friendly, enthusiastic & energetic. Once we mentioned a food allergy a manager came over to review the menu. All of our dishes were delicious & beautifully presented. They also offered fresh warm gluten-free rolls which are a very rare find!“

“This was an amazing food and wine journey. Do yourself a favor and get the wine pairing (if you drink) as the Somm was spot on and extremely talented! The food was so creative, fun, and delicious. The environment is engaging and fun. Honestly it was better to us then The French Laundry for creativeness, approachability and environment. Everything was simply amazing while relaxed and fun. The chefs are beyond talented, chatting with you while building and keeping their rhythm on their dishes. It was a phenomenal adventure and we can’t wait to go back!“

“Layla was amazing!! Very friendly and attentive! Put up with our shenanigans for several hours!! Great music!!“

“Always consistent! Great food! Good People! Great Local Place!“

“The service was excellent and the food was phenomenal.“

“We loved it! Bison burger for the win! 3 visits to the restaurant in 3 days! Staff, and food are great! We highly recommend stopping in and giving it a try! You won’t be disappointed!“

“Your typical Mom and Pop 'greasy spoon' breakfast place. Food was great; & you could tell there were a lot of locals dining there by the way they were greeted upon entering or departing.
Service was super friendly and if you're looking for something non-pretentious, charming and yummy, give it a try!“

“Fantastic service coupled with a well-executed menu!! Intimate atmosphere and delicious plates. Perfect for girls night out or a date night. Parking can be a challenge so don’t be late. The maitre’d is prompt to greet you and they ensure that your experience is flawless throughout the meal. 10/10 recommend!!“

“Everything we ordered was better than the previous one Tara mad choosing items perfect you could tell she had tried everything she recommended many times that kind of server knowledge makes navigating a menu so many great options increased all of us to be adventurous with some of our selections I even liked there Brussels sprouts and I don’t like Brussels sprouts but it held its own next to the broccolini a potato puree( so much more than a side of mash potatoes enjoy our whole party did“

“Pinewood in Nashville was amazing! We came here for a bachelorette party and had the best experience. The food was incredible, the drinks were on point, and the service made us feel like total VIPs. Our group was taken care of from start to finish and everyone was so friendly and attentive. Highly recommend Pinewood if you’re looking for a fun spot in Nashville with great vibes, great food, and great service!“

“Awesome service great brunch super reasonable prices“

“We had a fantastic brunch at Liberty Common! The food was absolutely delicious, with a great variety of options that catered to all tastes. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed yet elevated brunch experience. Highly recommend Liberty Common for anyone looking for great food and a wonderful dining experience!“

“My sister and I treat ourselves every weekend dining out, somewhere nice. RozePony was just what we needed. We shared some appetizers, my sister loves wedge salad and this was the best one she’s ever had. The Almond risotto and the trout were so delicious we didn’t have room for dessert. So we took some to-go. Highly recommended!“

“Had a great breakfast of eggs, pancakes, country ham, potatoes, and biscuits. We will start with the country ham and I must say the salty sweet was a perfect combination, soo delicious. Biscuits with strawberry and peach preserves were mouthwatering good. The pancakes were delicious tops with warm syrup. Service was exceptional. This place was recommended to me and did not disappoint.“

“We have eaten at Southside Grill for about twenty years. We go there for a quick bite to eat, Sunday brunch and, celebrations. We ate there last night and had probably the BEST meal we have ever had at Southside Grill. It was fantastic!“

“Cam was an awesome bartender and took great care of us, she even gave us recommendations of what to do in East Nashville,“

“amazing service and food“

“Great food and great service to go along with it.“

“Amazing drinks and atmosphere“

“My husband and I ate here with our son and his girlfriend. It was a Sunday afternoon and not very busy at that particular time We sat at a booth in the bar area. Lovely atmosphere, great food and great service. I had the Buffalo chicken Caesar wrap and love that it's grilled and not fried. Also had the sweet potato waffle fries. We also tried the lettuce wraps, grilled chicken sandwich, and turkey club. Everything was delicious. If you're a fan of Brussel sprouts theirs are amazing! Definitely recommend this place!“

“I met 5 friends for brunch this morning. Food was great and our server was outstanding.“

“Stopped here for lunch for our 1st day in Nashville ! GREAT lunch specials 7 days a week! Burger & a side for $8.99!!! They even accommodated my request for a lettuce wrap and swapped my fries for FANTASTICA green beans for a side with no upcharge! Very delicious and filling meal for a great price! My hubby got the burger and fries the way it comes and was very pleased with the generous portion of fries ! Drinks are also VERY reasonably priced compared to other spots in the area(Tall Mich Ultra draft only $4 and a coke & vodka only $5.50). Very pleased with our visit ! Service was a little slow but the great food , fast seating and great prices make me give this place at least 4 stars ! 🙂“

“I was in the Nashville location on 1/28 during my visit to the area. It was packed but everything moved quickly, efficiently and the staff was so very friendly to everyone. That didn’t stop just at the start but all throughout our time there. The lady helping us (her name was Isis, I believe) even followed back up with us on something. Her and the manager went above and beyond to take care of us on something we didn’t even ask them to. Btw, nothing happened, they were just out of something, it came back in and they took care of us. A measure most would not do but she found us and made sure to take care. Now THAT is friendly customer service! The food is so amazing, y’all. This is going to be my new joint for every single visit to Nashville from now on. Hot dayum!!“

“Excellent place for a tasty and unique meal. Chef Deb is a master at mixing and blending tastes and textures to delight the palette. Service was a bit slow as we arrived at 1:40 pm near end of lunch time shift. Food was well prepared and tasty.“