Todd’s guidebook
Coffee
All People Coffee
347 Douglas AvenueLocal coffee shop just 4 blocks away
Retrograde Coffee
1305 Dickerson PikeFood scene
Redheaded Stranger
305 Arrington StBreakfast to Dinner tacos, 2 blocks away on Meridian St.
Fancy pizza & cocktails - 2 blocks away on Meridian St. Sister restaurant to Nashville’s famous Rolf & Daughters. Great patio!
151 locals recommend
Folk
823 Meridian StFancy pizza & cocktails - 2 blocks away on Meridian St. Sister restaurant to Nashville’s famous Rolf & Daughters. Great patio!
Sean Brock’s signature restaurant - requires reservations - 2 blocks away on Meridian St
23 locals recommend
Audrey
809 Meridian StreetSean Brock’s signature restaurant - requires reservations - 2 blocks away on Meridian St
Hearts
914 Gallatin AveGreat brunch spot
Pelican & Pig
1010 Gallatin AveBrunch
Burgers and a great beer garden 3/4 mi walk
778 locals recommend
The Pharmacy Burger Parlor & Beer Garden
731 Mcferrin AveBurgers and a great beer garden 3/4 mi walk
Great tacos, great authentic vibes. 3/4 mi walk - note: cash only
693 locals recommend
Mas Tacos Por Favor
732 Mcferrin AveGreat tacos, great authentic vibes. 3/4 mi walk - note: cash only
Lyra
935 W Eastland AveMiddle Eastern cuisine. 3/4 mi away
Locally owned grocery store with good pre-made options and healthy stuff
382 locals recommend
The Turnip Truck
701 Woodland StLocally owned grocery store with good pre-made options and healthy stuff
Has it all: cocktails, small plates and a great outdoor atmosphere
189 locals recommend
Urban Cowboy Public House
103 N 16th StHas it all: cocktails, small plates and a great outdoor atmosphere
Lockeland Table
1520 Woodland StMore upscale dinner spot in East
Rosepepper Cantina
1907 Eastland AveFun atmosphere, strong margaritas
Maru Sushi & Grill
1100 Fatherland StFar East
2922 614 Fatherland StEdley’s Bar-B-Que
1004 Main StJeni's Splendid Ice Creams
1892 Eastland AveNightlife
Local dive bar with pool tables - 2 blocks away on Meridian St
40 locals recommend
Wilburn Street Tavern
302 Wilburn StLocal dive bar with pool tables - 2 blocks away on Meridian St
Pearl Diver
1008 Gallatin AveGood vibes, good cocktails
Rosemary
1102 Forrest AveThe Basement East
917 Woodland StListening Room Cafe
618 4th Ave STopgolf
500 Cowan StLocal breweries
East Nashville Beer Works
320 E Trinity LnSouthern Grist Brewing Company
754 Douglas AvenueParks
Huge local park with miles of trails, river access, lakes, & 2 golf courses
510 locals recommend
Shelby Bottoms Greenway
1900 Shelby Bottoms GreenwayHuge local park with miles of trails, river access, lakes, & 2 golf courses
Percy Priest Lake
Sightseeing
The Johnny Cash Museum
119 3rd Ave SCountry Music Hall of Fame and Museum
222 Rep. John Lewis Way SLegendary music venue downtown. The tour is interesting, and also one of the coolest places EVER to see a live show!
1292 locals recommend
Ryman Auditorium
116 5th Ave NLegendary music venue downtown. The tour is interesting, and also one of the coolest places EVER to see a live show!