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Nashville Eater 18

1. Arnold's Country Kitchen

8.9
605 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN
Southern Food Restaurant · 106 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This American classic meat and three is the gold standard by which all others are judged. Plus, what's not to like about a restaurant where dessert comes first? [Eater 18 Member]

2. Catbird Seat

8.3
1711 Division St, Nashville, TN
New American Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With 32 seats wrapped around a U-shaped kitchen, diners have the opportunity to interact with the chefs as they are taken on a set, multi-course journey. [Eater 18 Member]

3. City House

8.8
1222 4th Ave N (btw Monroe & Madison St), Nashville, TN
Bar · 80 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Chef Tandy Wilson's rustic offerings change frequently, based on the freshest product available, and his house-cured meats are a menu highlight. [Eater 18 Member]

4. Flyte World Dining and Wine

718 Division St, Nashville, TN
American Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Don't miss out on pastry chef Tony Galzin's unique creations and the best by-the-glass wine list in the city. [Eater 18 Member]

5. Kien Giang Restaurant

7.2
5825 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN
Vietnamese Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

EaterEater: While steaming bowls of pho are the main attraction, don't miss out on the fresh spring rolls or the classic banh mi sandwich. And don't forget to bring cash, no cards accepted. [Eater 18 Member]

6. Loveless Cafe

8.9
8400 Highway 100 (at McCrory Ln), Nashville, TN
Southern Food Restaurant · 281 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Even though their legendary biscuits tend to be the main focus, don't miss out on other items such as the fried chicken and homemade desserts. [Eater 18 Member]

7. Marché Artisan Food

1000 Main St, Nashville, TN
Café · Lockeland Springs · 75 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Serving light, seasonal fare for every meal of the day, Marche perhaps shines brightest on the weekends, offering one of the best brunches in town. [Eater 18 Member]

8. Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint

8.8
7223 Nolensville Rd, Suite C (at Sunset), Nolensville, TN
BBQ Joint · 107 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Try their classic 'Redneck Taco,' or go for the ribs with Memphis dry rub. And with a new location just opened in Mt. Juliet, it's even easier to go 'whole hog.' [Eater 18 Member]

9. Mitchell Deli

9.3
1306 McGavock Pike (Riverside Drive), Nashville, TN
Deli · Inglewood · 107 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Pound-for-pound the best sandwiches in the city. Be sure to check out their daily specials, including the much-loved Monday special: Asian flank steak. [Eater 18 Member]

10. The Pharmacy

8.9
731 McFerrin Ave (West Eastland Ave), Nashville, TN
Beer Garden · Greenwood · 294 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With a solid selection of wursts, a rotating selection of beers on tap, old-school house-made sodas and floats and a great outdoor space, The Pharmacy does it right. [Eater 18 Member]

11. Etch

9.0
303 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN
Restaurant · 80 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Chef Deb Paquette's signature bright, globally-inspired flavors once again continue to draw crowds. [Eater 18 Member]

12. Mas Tacos Por Favor

9.3
732 McFerrin Ave (at W Eastland Ave.), Nashville, TN
Taco Restaurant · Greenwood · 138 tips and reviews

EaterEater: In East Nashville, Mas Tacos serves up a roster of tacos such as cast iron chicken and fried avocado, along with soups, elote and an ever-changing selection of agua fresca. [Eater 18 Member]

13. Rolf and Daughters

9.1
700 Taylor St (at 7th Ave N), Nashville, TN
Italian Restaurant · 93 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It's a packed house night after night, and with Bon Appetit and Esquire recently naming it one of the best new restaurants in the country, don't expect it to slow down. [Eater 18 Member]

14. Hattie B's Hot Chicken

9.1
112 19th Ave S (at Broadway), Nashville, TN
Fried Chicken Joint · 287 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This stalwart takes Nashville's famed hot chicken and does it right. Heat ranges from 'mild' to 'shut the cluck up,' plus a roster of southern sides, beer on tap, and Sunday brunch. [Eater 18 Member]

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15. DeSano Pizza Bakery

8.9
115 16th Ave S (McGavock), Nashville, TN
Pizzeria · 69 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Serving up true Pizza Napoletana from three 10,000 lb Grand Forni ovens hand made in Italy, it's a no-frills pizza shop that is about as consistent as they come. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Husk is one of Nashville Eater 18.

16. Husk

9.0
37 Rutledge St, Nashville, TN
Southern Food Restaurant · 148 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With Tim Moody now running the kitchen, pastry chef Lisa Donovan's desserts continuing to impress and quite possibly the best bourbon list in the city, this one is here to stay. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

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17. Hai Woon Dai

7.6
2051 Antioch Pike, Antioch, TN
Korean Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This Korean restaurant has quietly been delivering the goods since 2006. All the hits are there, and be sure not to miss the seafood pancake, easily the best in town. [Eater 18 Member] Read more.

Barista Parlor - East Nashville is one of Nashville Eater 18.

18. Barista Parlor - East Nashville

8.2
519B Gallatin Ave (Calvin Ave), Nashville, TN
Coffee Shop · Lockeland Springs · 139 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Since opening up in 2012 in a former East Nashville auto repair shop, the buzz around owner Andy Mumma's coffee den has only continued to get louder. [Eater 18 Member]