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The best hot chicken on Nashville's west side - be prepared for a line on weekends Pro tip - get a level milder than you normally would and go for the pimento mac-n-cheese for your side You may want to Uber/Lyft as there is limited parking
465 habitants recommandent
Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Midtown Nashville, TN
112 19th Ave S
465 habitants recommandent
The best hot chicken on Nashville's west side - be prepared for a line on weekends Pro tip - get a level milder than you normally would and go for the pimento mac-n-cheese for your side You may want to Uber/Lyft as there is limited parking
Ever had a foot-long grilled cheese? This one is pilled high with bacon, chipolte mayo, multiple cheeses, and two fried eggs. Add on the brisket and you're in heaven Overall a quirky place with a old Volkswagen sitting on the bar - a great first stop for Midtown bar hoping
21 habitants recommandent
Hopsmith Nashville
1903 Division St
21 habitants recommandent
Ever had a foot-long grilled cheese? This one is pilled high with bacon, chipolte mayo, multiple cheeses, and two fried eggs. Add on the brisket and you're in heaven Overall a quirky place with a old Volkswagen sitting on the bar - a great first stop for Midtown bar hoping
If you didn't get your hot chicken fix at Hattie B's, the Stillery has an excellent mac-n-cheese skillet topped with their version of Nashville hot chicken. If you've had enough chicken and cheese, their catfish and chips meal is amazing and so are their mason jar cocktails
12 habitants recommandent
The Stillery Midtown
1921 Broadway
12 habitants recommandent
If you didn't get your hot chicken fix at Hattie B's, the Stillery has an excellent mac-n-cheese skillet topped with their version of Nashville hot chicken. If you've had enough chicken and cheese, their catfish and chips meal is amazing and so are their mason jar cocktails
This one is a little on the pricey side but it is one of the oldest establishments in Nashville. Go for the prime rib with a bowl of the tomato bisque soup to start Located in the world famous Printer's Alley On the weekends they have nightly burlesque shows (tasteful burlesque, not a strip club by any means)
152 habitants recommandent
Skull's Rainbow Room
222 Printers Alley
152 habitants recommandent
This one is a little on the pricey side but it is one of the oldest establishments in Nashville. Go for the prime rib with a bowl of the tomato bisque soup to start Located in the world famous Printer's Alley On the weekends they have nightly burlesque shows (tasteful burlesque, not a strip club by any means)
Awesome brunch spot really close to the Nashville wings mural Go with the Lily or the Biscuit and Sausage Gravy with some bonuts to start Get here EARLY as there is always a long line on the weekends
309 habitants recommandent
Biscuit Love Gulch
316 11th Ave S
309 habitants recommandent
Awesome brunch spot really close to the Nashville wings mural Go with the Lily or the Biscuit and Sausage Gravy with some bonuts to start Get here EARLY as there is always a long line on the weekends
BEST patio view of the city along with the best sushi in Nashville You have to ask to be seated on the patio and it's worth the wait
188 habitants recommandent
Virago
1120 McGavock St
188 habitants recommandent
BEST patio view of the city along with the best sushi in Nashville You have to ask to be seated on the patio and it's worth the wait
Depending on who you ask - this is the best BBQ in Nashville They also have two outdoor patios and all of their beer is served in mason jars
418 habitants recommandent
Edley's Bar-B-Que
2706 12th Ave S
418 habitants recommandent
Depending on who you ask - this is the best BBQ in Nashville They also have two outdoor patios and all of their beer is served in mason jars
Trust me - this is a killer brunch spot and they have 2 for 1 mimosas Go with the cinnamon rolls waffles or the salmon benedict
175 habitants recommandent
Saint Añejo
1120 McGavock St
175 habitants recommandent
Trust me - this is a killer brunch spot and they have 2 for 1 mimosas Go with the cinnamon rolls waffles or the salmon benedict
Hands down best (and most cost effective) ramen in the city Kind of hard to find and street parking only
66 habitants recommandent
Otaku Ramen
1104 Division St
66 habitants recommandent
Hands down best (and most cost effective) ramen in the city Kind of hard to find and street parking only
If you think you don't like Indian food, think again Chaatable is one of Nashville's newest restaurants and offers the South a taste of authentic Indian street food Plus the entire place is an Instagram lover's heaven
27 habitants recommandent
Chaatable
345 40th Ave N
27 habitants recommandent
If you think you don't like Indian food, think again Chaatable is one of Nashville's newest restaurants and offers the South a taste of authentic Indian street food Plus the entire place is an Instagram lover's heaven
This is your last stop of the night - Two Boots Pizza is open until 3 am and honestly they won't kick you off the patio if you're a little late All of the pizzas are creatively named and served by the slice or by the pie Best pies are the Newman and the Dude. If you like spicy go for the Kitty
60 habitants recommandent
Two Boots Nashville
1925 Broadway
60 habitants recommandent
This is your last stop of the night - Two Boots Pizza is open until 3 am and honestly they won't kick you off the patio if you're a little late All of the pizzas are creatively named and served by the slice or by the pie Best pies are the Newman and the Dude. If you like spicy go for the Kitty
All you can eat Brazilian steakhouse - this is a more upscale dining experience Walk -able from the apartment
13 habitants recommandent
Texas de Brazil
210 25th Ave N
13 habitants recommandent
All you can eat Brazilian steakhouse - this is a more upscale dining experience Walk -able from the apartment
Another one of Nashville's best BBQ joints - get the platter or the nachos Walk-able from the apartment
401 habitants recommandent
Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint
410 4th Ave S
401 habitants recommandent
Another one of Nashville's best BBQ joints - get the platter or the nachos Walk-able from the apartment

Coffee Shops

Amazing Chai tea latte and some of the cheapest avocado toast you're going to find in Nashville This one is walk able :)
95 habitants recommandent
Dose Coffee
3431 Murphy Rd
95 habitants recommandent
Amazing Chai tea latte and some of the cheapest avocado toast you're going to find in Nashville This one is walk able :)
Very trendy coffee shop famous for it's alley way mural - it's kind of like Harry Potter meets 101 Dalmatians They have great drip coffee and a really good matcha latte
25 habitants recommandent
Three Brothers Coffee
2813 West End Ave
25 habitants recommandent
Very trendy coffee shop famous for it's alley way mural - it's kind of like Harry Potter meets 101 Dalmatians They have great drip coffee and a really good matcha latte
Pet shop converted into a coffee shop the frequently hosts live music
304 habitants recommandent
Fido
1812 21st Ave S
304 habitants recommandent
Pet shop converted into a coffee shop the frequently hosts live music

Nightlife

Walk-able, garage door bar with tons of Nashville beer and tap and live music on the weekends and some weeknights The kitchen is open late and they have a weekday happy hour everyday until 7 as well as 2 for 1 local beer on Wednesdays Killer patio
37 habitants recommandent
The Local
110 28th Ave N
37 habitants recommandent
Walk-able, garage door bar with tons of Nashville beer and tap and live music on the weekends and some weeknights The kitchen is open late and they have a weekday happy hour everyday until 7 as well as 2 for 1 local beer on Wednesdays Killer patio
Disclaimer - this is a dive If you like dives then you'll love this place. They have lots of vintage decor and a pool table Just a few blocks from the apartment CASH ONLY
10 habitants recommandent
Springwater Supper Club and Lounge
115 27th Ave N
10 habitants recommandent
Disclaimer - this is a dive If you like dives then you'll love this place. They have lots of vintage decor and a pool table Just a few blocks from the apartment CASH ONLY
Arguably the best bar in midtown for live music without a cover - like ever They have two covered patios, three bars, and a stage inside Go for the music, stay for the vodka infused capri suns
230 habitants recommandent
Losers Bar and Grill-Nashville
1911 Division St
230 habitants recommandent
Arguably the best bar in midtown for live music without a cover - like ever They have two covered patios, three bars, and a stage inside Go for the music, stay for the vodka infused capri suns
This one is on here for the tourists - not really a local spot but it is a ton of fun This is the closest thing you're going to get to a "honky tonk" without venturing to Broadway They have free ski ball machines, giant jenga, cornhole, and pop a shot (this one you randomly have to pay for)
7 habitants recommandent
Kung Fu Saloon
1921 Division Street
7 habitants recommandent
This one is on here for the tourists - not really a local spot but it is a ton of fun This is the closest thing you're going to get to a "honky tonk" without venturing to Broadway They have free ski ball machines, giant jenga, cornhole, and pop a shot (this one you randomly have to pay for)
I love Elliston Street - it was the original "live music street" in Nashville and is home to the famous Exit Inn The best bar on the street is Corner Bar - be warned you can smoke inside but that's part of the experience They have karaoke most nights
14 habitants recommandent
Corner Bar At Elliston Place
2200 Elliston Pl
14 habitants recommandent
I love Elliston Street - it was the original "live music street" in Nashville and is home to the famous Exit Inn The best bar on the street is Corner Bar - be warned you can smoke inside but that's part of the experience They have karaoke most nights
Another dive but this one is smoke free They have two flavors of bushwackers topped with chocolate sauce and fireball on tap Anytime a Tennessee sports team is playing the pitchers of beer are $9 Just a mile or so down the road from the apartment
93 habitants recommandent
Neighbors of Sylvan Park
4425 Murphy Rd
93 habitants recommandent
Another dive but this one is smoke free They have two flavors of bushwackers topped with chocolate sauce and fireball on tap Anytime a Tennessee sports team is playing the pitchers of beer are $9 Just a mile or so down the road from the apartment
If you want to go Downtown to see Broadway - this is your place Skip all of the country music singers new age honky tonks and head to one of the oldest on the block Three floors of live music and a different "style" on each Plus the beers are only $6 here which is as cheap as you're going to find on lower Broadway
192 habitants recommandent
The Stage on Broadway
412 Broadway
192 habitants recommandent
If you want to go Downtown to see Broadway - this is your place Skip all of the country music singers new age honky tonks and head to one of the oldest on the block Three floors of live music and a different "style" on each Plus the beers are only $6 here which is as cheap as you're going to find on lower Broadway
This is the cleanest honky tonk on Broadway hands down The bar isn't a strip club - it's a tribute to Nudie Conn the famous fashion designer who dressed the likes of celebrities from Johnny Cash to Elton John. His Cadillac is hanging on that wall (yes you read that right) right beside the longest bar in Nashville The rooftop view is also one of the best in the city
45 habitants recommandent
Nudie's Honky Tonk
409 Broadway
45 habitants recommandent
This is the cleanest honky tonk on Broadway hands down The bar isn't a strip club - it's a tribute to Nudie Conn the famous fashion designer who dressed the likes of celebrities from Johnny Cash to Elton John. His Cadillac is hanging on that wall (yes you read that right) right beside the longest bar in Nashville The rooftop view is also one of the best in the city
Ski Lodge themed bar with darts and lots of drink specials
90 habitants recommandent
Embers Ski Lodge
2410 12th Ave S
90 habitants recommandent
Ski Lodge themed bar with darts and lots of drink specials

Misc

These places don't have a "category" per say, but they need to be on your Nashville list
The coolest speakeasy in Nashville Put the address in your gps and once you arrive walk down the brick alley way. The black door isn't really marked but there is a small set of stairs and a sign that says "No. 103" - that's your place Take an Uber/Lyft as there is zero parking (sometimes you can grab a spot on the street)
161 habitants recommandent
Old Glory
1200 Villa Pl
161 habitants recommandent
The coolest speakeasy in Nashville Put the address in your gps and once you arrive walk down the brick alley way. The black door isn't really marked but there is a small set of stairs and a sign that says "No. 103" - that's your place Take an Uber/Lyft as there is zero parking (sometimes you can grab a spot on the street)
This is more of a day drinking/casual night out kind of place. Sandbar is beach themed bar right in the middle of Nashville complete with coconut alcohol drinks and multiple sand volleyball courts There is a restaurant attached as well as a small ice cream shop You could probably walk but I'd take an Uber as it's a little hard to find
16 habitants recommandent
SandBar Nashville
3 City Ave
16 habitants recommandent
This is more of a day drinking/casual night out kind of place. Sandbar is beach themed bar right in the middle of Nashville complete with coconut alcohol drinks and multiple sand volleyball courts There is a restaurant attached as well as a small ice cream shop You could probably walk but I'd take an Uber as it's a little hard to find
Kind of a coffee shop - kind of a bar - kind of a restaurant. Cafe Coco doesn't really know what it is and that's perfectly fine Def worth checking out as it's just a short walk from the apartment and open 24 hours (yes you read that right)
104 habitants recommandent
Cafe Coco
210 Elliston Pl
104 habitants recommandent
Kind of a coffee shop - kind of a bar - kind of a restaurant. Cafe Coco doesn't really know what it is and that's perfectly fine Def worth checking out as it's just a short walk from the apartment and open 24 hours (yes you read that right)
Do it for the gram - or the amazingly delicious raw edible cookie dough Go for the waffle cone and the not so photogenic cookies and cream dough Just a few blocks from the apartment
16 habitants recommandent
NoBaked Cookie Dough Nashville - West End
1200 Villa Place
16 habitants recommandent
Do it for the gram - or the amazingly delicious raw edible cookie dough Go for the waffle cone and the not so photogenic cookies and cream dough Just a few blocks from the apartment
Ice cream chain with a cult following and for good reason They have some pretty interesting flavors - the Brambleberry is one of their best sellers but if you're felling lucky they have a Sweet Corn that apparently isn't half bad
754 habitants recommandent
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1892 Eastland Ave
754 habitants recommandent
Ice cream chain with a cult following and for good reason They have some pretty interesting flavors - the Brambleberry is one of their best sellers but if you're felling lucky they have a Sweet Corn that apparently isn't half bad
If you're at the park stop by - they have a limited selection for walk-ins
Tiff's Treats Cookie Delivery
137 Elliston Pl
If you're at the park stop by - they have a limited selection for walk-ins
So technically this is a restaurant - but also a dinner show, museum, and cocktail bar House of Cards is a magic themed speakeasy under the Johnny Cash Museum on 3rd Ave. They have nightly magic shows included for any guests dining with them that evening If you can't afford their semi pricey menu, have a seat at the bar where you can purchase one of their specialty cocktails and separate tickets to the show They also have multiple magicians throughout the restaurant performing tricks for guests Note that you probably need reservations if you want to have dinner and they have a dress code (suit jackets are required for men) Disclaimer for the insta-fanatics, they have a no photography policy as celebrities frequent the location and they don't want them being disturbed the entire time. You can take photos in the bathroom, the stairwell, and on the patio For history buffs - they have a pair of Harry Houdini's handcuffs
83 habitants recommandent
House of Cards
119 3rd Ave S
83 habitants recommandent
So technically this is a restaurant - but also a dinner show, museum, and cocktail bar House of Cards is a magic themed speakeasy under the Johnny Cash Museum on 3rd Ave. They have nightly magic shows included for any guests dining with them that evening If you can't afford their semi pricey menu, have a seat at the bar where you can purchase one of their specialty cocktails and separate tickets to the show They also have multiple magicians throughout the restaurant performing tricks for guests Note that you probably need reservations if you want to have dinner and they have a dress code (suit jackets are required for men) Disclaimer for the insta-fanatics, they have a no photography policy as celebrities frequent the location and they don't want them being disturbed the entire time. You can take photos in the bathroom, the stairwell, and on the patio For history buffs - they have a pair of Harry Houdini's handcuffs

Photo Ops

Skyline & Mural Photo Op Locations
Random park on the top of a hill right down the road from the apartment The view from the top is the entire Nashville Skyline sitting right on top of the tree line Pack a picnic or a 6-pack and enjoy the view
30 habitants recommandent
Love Circle
Love Circle
30 habitants recommandent
Random park on the top of a hill right down the road from the apartment The view from the top is the entire Nashville Skyline sitting right on top of the tree line Pack a picnic or a 6-pack and enjoy the view
Rooftop bar located on top of The Westin downtown There is a pool on top for hotel guests only but... how are they going to know Amazing up close view of the Nashville skyline
95 habitants recommandent
L27 Rooftop Bar
807 Clark Pl
95 habitants recommandent
Rooftop bar located on top of The Westin downtown There is a pool on top for hotel guests only but... how are they going to know Amazing up close view of the Nashville skyline
Seen all the pics with the Christmas light covered trees? That would be the patio of the LA Jackson, a rooftop bar located in the Thompson Hotel
206 habitants recommandent
L.A. Jackson
401 11th Ave S
206 habitants recommandent
Seen all the pics with the Christmas light covered trees? That would be the patio of the LA Jackson, a rooftop bar located in the Thompson Hotel
The location of the "Nashville Golden Balloon Mural"
1003 Russell St
1003 Russell Street
The location of the "Nashville Golden Balloon Mural"
Get here early in the morning to avoid lines
42 habitants recommandent
I BELIEVE IN NASHVILLE Mural
2702 12th Ave S
42 habitants recommandent
Get here early in the morning to avoid lines
Location of the "Wish for Peace" mural
4822 Charlotte Pike
4822 Charlotte Avenue
Location of the "Wish for Peace" mural
Location of the "Drippy Lips" Mural
1814 21st Ave S
1814 21st Avenue South
Location of the "Drippy Lips" Mural
Location of the "Make Music Not War" mural
2902 12th Ave S
2902 12th Avenue South
Location of the "Make Music Not War" mural
Location of the "Nashville Looks Good On You" Mural
2509 12th Ave S
2509 12th Avenue South
Location of the "Nashville Looks Good On You" Mural
Location of the "Acoustic Skyline" mural
911 Division St
911 Division Street
Location of the "Acoustic Skyline" mural
Location of the "I Believe in Smashville" mural
535 habitants recommandent
Bridgestone Arena
501 Broadway
535 habitants recommandent
Location of the "I Believe in Smashville" mural
This is a walkway/park in front of the Symphony Stand on the front steps of the Symphony center and turn around for one of the best photo ops of the Nashville skyline
277 habitants recommandent
Centre symphonique Schermerhorn à Nashville
1 Symphony Pl
277 habitants recommandent
This is a walkway/park in front of the Symphony Stand on the front steps of the Symphony center and turn around for one of the best photo ops of the Nashville skyline
Free to walk, pretty much any photo on this bridge is great for the Nashville skyline
19 habitants recommandent
Pedestrian Bridge
Pedestrian Bridge
19 habitants recommandent
Free to walk, pretty much any photo on this bridge is great for the Nashville skyline

Things To Do

One of the coolest museums downtown about one of the coolest person to ever live There is a huge "CASH" marque sign outside that serves as an awesome photo opt
466 habitants recommandent
The Johnny Cash Museum
119 3rd Ave S
466 habitants recommandent
One of the coolest museums downtown about one of the coolest person to ever live There is a huge "CASH" marque sign outside that serves as an awesome photo opt
See why people refer to this building as "The Mother Church of Country Music" and "The Carnegie Hall of the South" Tours offered daily
1292 habitants recommandent
Ryman Auditorium
116 5th Ave N
1292 habitants recommandent
See why people refer to this building as "The Mother Church of Country Music" and "The Carnegie Hall of the South" Tours offered daily
One of the coolest live music venues in Nashville - tickets are sold at the door and online prior to the show Walk-able from the apartment
132 habitants recommandent
Exit/In
2208 Elliston Pl
132 habitants recommandent
One of the coolest live music venues in Nashville - tickets are sold at the door and online prior to the show Walk-able from the apartment
Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park while admiring Greek architecture Walk-able from the apartment
699 habitants recommandent
Le Parthénon
2500 West End Ave
699 habitants recommandent
Pack a lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park while admiring Greek architecture Walk-able from the apartment
They have ax throwing and ax throwing lessons on one of the four floors for the low low price of $20 an hour Avoid parking costs and uber/lyft
22 habitants recommandent
Downtown Sporting Club
22 habitants recommandent
They have ax throwing and ax throwing lessons on one of the four floors for the low low price of $20 an hour Avoid parking costs and uber/lyft
They have bowling in the back of the bar
571 habitants recommandent
Pinewood Social
33 Peabody St
571 habitants recommandent
They have bowling in the back of the bar
Lot's of local beer and one of the best patios in Nashville for dog watching
152 habitants recommandent
Fat Bottom Brewing Co.
800 44th Ave N
152 habitants recommandent
Lot's of local beer and one of the best patios in Nashville for dog watching
Sample some of Nashville's oldest distilled bourbon Tours are offered daily and there is usually a groupon
44 habitants recommandent
Nelson's Green Brier Distillery
1414 Clinton St
44 habitants recommandent
Sample some of Nashville's oldest distilled bourbon Tours are offered daily and there is usually a groupon
Do the flight They have corn hole boards outside
169 habitants recommandent
Yazoo Brewing Company
900 River Bluff Drive
169 habitants recommandent
Do the flight They have corn hole boards outside
If you want some awesome pictures, this is your place They do a student discount on entry
593 habitants recommandent
Domaine et jardins de Cheekwood
1200 Forrest Park Dr
593 habitants recommandent
If you want some awesome pictures, this is your place They do a student discount on entry