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Clorissa T.

We had a pleasant time trying these tenders at the Nashville Farmers Market. Not long of a wait (6-7 min) for fresh hot food. I enjoyed the seasoning on the chicken it was spicy but not overwhelming with a hint of sweet. The tenders were huge and they give a decent serving of fries with a pice of toast. Overall solid meal

Jennifer Y.

Lilly's Hot Chicken is a vendor inside the Nashville Farmer's Market. Came here on a Saturday midday and there were lots of people waiting for their order. I ordered a leg quarter at the spicy heat level. It came out in 15 or so minutes which isn't too bad. There are a lot of places to sit inside the marketplace where all the food vendors are so I grabbed a table. The leg quarter was crispy, juicy, and flavorful. It came with a couple of pickle slices and a slice of bread. Definitely solid hot chicken. The spicy level was good for "spicy". It had a kick but wasn't too spicy. Overall, rating Lilly's Hot Chicken a 4/5 (but 5/5 for the chicken). The chicken was very good. Service was quick considering the number of people waiting for their orders. The space is near an exit/entrance to the Nashville Farmer's Market and some restrooms, so it can be tough to find standing room if there is a long line or a lot of people waiting. Would recommend to anyone looking for hot chicken. Would come back when in the area and hope to try some sides next time.

Jason G.

Service was a little disjointed right at opening time, but the chicken and the heat level was on point. The is inside the farmers market in Nashville. When I first approached (right after opening), I was told that they weren't ready to take orders yet because the other workers hadn't arrived yet. So I came back some minutes later, of course to find that other others had been taken and now I had to wait. But worth he wait it was! The chicken was soft and fall off the bone. The hot level was indeed hot. Thank goodness one of my kids had ice cream. I had to cool that off. But I asked for that level and I got it. Good on Lilly's for that.

4 spicy chicken tenders with seasoned fries

Alysn O.

The food was spicy but in a good way.When you're watching your food being cooked you can feel good because you know it's definitely seasoned properly.Our servers were nice and respectful even wishing me a good day.The place was busy but also good and welcoming to everyone,full of peace. P.S: KNOW YOUR SPICE TOLERANCE

Hot Nashville chicken with fried okra and a side of fried green tomatoes

Shannon R.

We love the Nashville farmers market and food hall. We stop in every time we're in Nashville so we can sample different types of food from bbq to Jamaican. We stumbled on Lillys Hot Chicken and decided to try the very hot chicken with a side of friend okra and green tomatoes. What a great meal! The chicken was delicious. So moist and tender inside and crunchy with a lot of spice on the outside. The pickles helped cut the spice a bit, but it was HOT! The fried green tomatoes and okra were delicious. They were cooked well and had a tasty coating. Everything was made to order, so it took a bit to get our food, but it was 100% worth the wait!

Adam H.

As someone who was team Hattie B's, Lilly's Hot Chicken is my new favorite spot. We were trying to figure out lunch when we got into town and settled on seeing what the Farmer's Market had. This way, I could get my hot chicken fix, and my wife had options. With Lilly's being cooked to order, I opted for the tenders at the Spicy level. This was definitely hotter than I expected, and I'll probably go Mild next time. The chicken was juicy and had great flavor. The staff was great. Hands down the best Hot Chicken in town.

Sally W.

Pretty solid chicken - but the wait was long and the location was inconvenient to wait at.

Hyoun K.

I stumbled across this place after seeing it mentioned on a Facebook food group. I told my coworkers about it because we work near the farmer's market and one of them loves hot chicken. Apparently they knew about it and said there was even a commercial about it on the local TV stations. We ventured to the farmer's market and I swear I never knew it was there. It's at the end of one of the quadrants, right by the exit doors. I don't remember which one but there's a cookie place right in front of it. I never ventured that far and when I asked how long they've been there, one of the workers said May. Six months went by and I didn't know a hot chicken restaurant was down the street? I ordered the chicken tenders with turnip greens. I initially ordered the chicken mild but I got convinced to order it as "Mix The Heat", which is their Spicy (level 2) and Sweet Heat Dry rub combined. I didn't know it was their level 2 until I took my first bite. The chicken was made fresh, it came out piping hot and moist. The meat itself was a little bland but the spices were good. Unfortunately it was too hot for me. You see I love hot chicken but at my age, spicy food doesn't sit well with me. I mean it is delicious going in my mouth but then I pay for it hours later. My coworker usually gets his chicken pretty hot (usually hotter than me) and he said their level 2 was a bit spicier than he would have liked. It made it not very enjoyable. I however powered through and ate it all. Beads of sweat rolled down my face but I finished it all. The turnip greens were ok. Although they had chunks of meat in them, they needed a bit more seasoning. Everything here is a la carte. So with what you see in my pics + a bottled Coke, it was over 20$. It was a hit pricey for the quantity of food. I can get a lot more food at Big Shake's down at North Capitol, which is another 4 minutes down the road.

Alex L.

Wow Lily's is no joke, the heat from their hot chicken had me sweating. The server kindly let me place an order with a mix of spicy and hot dam (I was too scared to commit to a whole portion of hot dam but wanted to try it). The sweet honey mustard definitely helped cut through some of the heat but it was very very spicy. I got a side of fried okra with my order and I thought it was tasty - not slimy at all. If you're craving hot chicken, Lily's is a great spot.

Michelle E.

Really delicious hot chicken. I am not the best with spice so I ordered a mild and enjoyed the flavor and juiciness of chicken and the crisp skin. My sister like spicy and got the one level hotter we wished there was a level in between the mild and level above it! The Mac and cheese and beans and sides were all generous and delicious. Located in the farmers market which was very convenient and can sit in the seating area nearby.

3 tenders with different levels of spice and fries

Super kind people who helped us order a yummy sample of the spices on our chicken tenders- which were seriously soooo yummy! Great chicken!!

K W.

Hot chicken, it's good. I like mine with the bone in for better flavor. It takes a few extra minutes fried to order, but it's worth it. The leg quarter was huge: drumstick, thigh, and the oyster intact. Cooked well: crispy all around, hot all the way through so the tendon bits were all edible, but no dry tough spots. Perfect. Went for "Spicy" (level 3 of 5 at Lilly's). They've got "Hot Dam" and "Fear Da Reaper" above it, but I figured I wanted to taste the chicken. Definitely made a safe choice here. As someone who likes hot food, it was spicy with a hint of pain that dissipated in a minute or so. Definitely hot enough where you shouldn't touch anything sensitive for a while, but nothing in the realm of uncontrollable pain, where each bite after the first hurts and you end up doubled over, open-mouthed drooling on the floor to keep the burn from going into your body. I'd trust that one of the next levels should get you there.

I ordered the wings combo - spicy level! Perfect amount of spice to give you that true Nashville hot feeling. Wings were juicy and tender! Both employees were friendly and efficient! Definitely recommend!

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Casual Friday roaming through the Farmers Market and stumbled across a new hot chicken spot. Lilly's looked good, so I had to stop. Super friendly staff. Food made fresh. Great price point. They have a variety of items on the menu for you to choose from. I'm sure you can't go wrong with anything you order. I got the tenders combo which comes with a side and drink. Fried okra will always be my go to if it's on the menu. So if you're looking for a great meal packed with flavor, give it a try. read more

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Jerome T.

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The chicken was salty however it was hot. Overall, I was okay. I would go back another time. read more

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Lizzie S.

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This place was hard-to-find, but worth the line and adventure getting there inside the Nashville Farmer's Market. I wanted authentic Southern hot fried chicken and Lilly's was perfect. Chicken Tenders were rich, juicy, and tender. The sweet iced tea and homemade ranch were just the icing on the cake! You need it all. Service is good. Eat outside. The line moves fairly quickly--don't be deterred by it. read more

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Clorissa T.

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We had a pleasant time trying these tenders at the Nashville Farmers Market. Not long of a wait (6-7 min) for fresh hot food. I enjoyed the seasoning on the chicken it was spicy but not overwhelming with a hint of sweet. The tenders were huge and they give a decent serving of fries with a pice of toast. Overall solid meal read more

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Jennifer Y.

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Lilly's Hot Chicken is a vendor inside the Nashville Farmer's Market. Came here on a Saturday midday and there were lots of people waiting for their order. I ordered a leg quarter at the spicy heat level. It came out in 15 or so minutes which isn't too bad. There are a lot of places to sit inside the marketplace where all the food vendors are so I grabbed a table. The leg quarter was crispy, juicy, and flavorful. It came with a couple of pickle slices and a slice of bread. Definitely solid hot chicken. The spicy level was good for "spicy". It had a kick but wasn't too spicy. Overall, rating Lilly's Hot Chicken a 4/5 (but 5/5 for the chicken). The chicken was very good. Service was quick considering the number of people waiting for their orders. The space is near an exit/entrance to the Nashville Farmer's Market and some restrooms, so it can be tough to find standing room if there is a long line or a lot of people waiting. Would recommend to anyone looking for hot chicken. Would come back when in the area and hope to try some sides next time. read more

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Jason G.

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Service was a little disjointed right at opening time, but the chicken and the heat level was on point. The is inside the farmers market in Nashville. When I first approached (right after opening), I was told that they weren't ready to take orders yet because the other workers hadn't arrived yet. So I came back some minutes later, of course to find that other others had been taken and now I had to wait. But worth he wait it was! The chicken was soft and fall off the bone. The hot level was indeed hot. Thank goodness one of my kids had ice cream. I had to cool that off. But I asked for that level and I got it. Good on Lilly's for that. read more

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Alysn O.

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The food was spicy but in a good way.When you're watching your food being cooked you can feel good because you know it's definitely seasoned properly.Our servers were nice and respectful even wishing me a good day.The place was busy but also good and welcoming to everyone,full of peace. P.S: KNOW YOUR SPICE TOLERANCE read more

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Shannon R.

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We love the Nashville farmers market and food hall. We stop in every time we're in Nashville so we can sample different types of food from bbq to Jamaican. We stumbled on Lillys Hot Chicken and decided to try the very hot chicken with a side of friend okra and green tomatoes. What a great meal! The chicken was delicious. So moist and tender inside and crunchy with a lot of spice on the outside. The pickles helped cut the spice a bit, but it was HOT! The fried green tomatoes and okra were delicious. They were cooked well and had a tasty coating. Everything was made to order, so it took a bit to get our food, but it was 100% worth the wait! read more

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Karen L.

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I am impressed. With so many places that offer Nashville hot chicken, I wasn't expecting to be wowed. Good flavor. Will definitely come back to this Farmers Market location. read more

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Adam H.

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As someone who was team Hattie B's, Lilly's Hot Chicken is my new favorite spot. We were trying to figure out lunch when we got into town and settled on seeing what the Farmer's Market had. This way, I could get my hot chicken fix, and my wife had options. With Lilly's being cooked to order, I opted for the tenders at the Spicy level. This was definitely hotter than I expected, and I'll probably go Mild next time. The chicken was juicy and had great flavor. The staff was great. Hands down the best Hot Chicken in town. read more

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Sally W.

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Pretty solid chicken - but the wait was long and the location was inconvenient to wait at. read more

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Hyoun K.

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I stumbled across this place after seeing it mentioned on a Facebook food group. I told my coworkers about it because we work near the farmer's market and one of them loves hot chicken. Apparently they knew about it and said there was even a commercial about it on the local TV stations. We ventured to the farmer's market and I swear I never knew it was there. It's at the end of one of the quadrants, right by the exit doors. I don't remember which one but there's a cookie place right in front of it. I never ventured that far and when I asked how long they've been there, one of the workers said May. Six months went by and I didn't know a hot chicken restaurant was down the street? I ordered the chicken tenders with turnip greens. I initially ordered the chicken mild but I got convinced to order it as "Mix The Heat", which is their Spicy (level 2) and Sweet Heat Dry rub combined. I didn't know it was their level 2 until I took my first bite. The chicken was made fresh, it came out piping hot and moist. The meat itself was a little bland but the spices were good. Unfortunately it was too hot for me. You see I love hot chicken but at my age, spicy food doesn't sit well with me. I mean it is delicious going in my mouth but then I pay for it hours later. My coworker usually gets his chicken pretty hot (usually hotter than me) and he said their level 2 was a bit spicier than he would have liked. It made it not very enjoyable. I however powered through and ate it all. Beads of sweat rolled down my face but I finished it all. The turnip greens were ok. Although they had chunks of meat in them, they needed a bit more seasoning. Everything here is a la carte. So with what you see in my pics + a bottled Coke, it was over 20$. It was a hit pricey for the quantity of food. I can get a lot more food at Big Shake's down at North Capitol, which is another 4 minutes down the road. read more

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Thanks for your review. Sorry it was so hot. Maybe we can dial it…

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Michael Y.

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Very authentic hot chicken. Spicy is already pretty spicy here (unlike other hot chicken places where spicy is just a tickle). The tenders I got were juicy, and they were HOT (temperature wise), which was great. Seasoning was good, and the fry was crispy with texture. The wait can be a bit long at peak times, I had to wait 25 minutes. But you can run around the market and get something to drink while you wait for your order. read more

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Alex L.

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Wow Lily's is no joke, the heat from their hot chicken had me sweating. The server kindly let me place an order with a mix of spicy and hot dam (I was too scared to commit to a whole portion of hot dam but wanted to try it). The sweet honey mustard definitely helped cut through some of the heat but it was very very spicy. I got a side of fried okra with my order and I thought it was tasty - not slimy at all. If you're craving hot chicken, Lily's is a great spot. read more

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Michelle E.

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Really delicious hot chicken. I am not the best with spice so I ordered a mild and enjoyed the flavor and juiciness of chicken and the crisp skin. My sister like spicy and got the one level hotter we wished there was a level in between the mild and level above it! The Mac and cheese and beans and sides were all generous and delicious. Located in the farmers market which was very convenient and can sit in the seating area nearby. read more

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Super kind people who helped us order a yummy sample of the spices on our chicken tenders- which were seriously soooo yummy! Great chicken!! read more

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Hot chicken, it's good. I like mine with the bone in for better flavor. It takes a few extra minutes fried to order, but it's worth it. The leg quarter was huge: drumstick, thigh, and the oyster intact. Cooked well: crispy all around, hot all the way through so the tendon bits were all edible, but no dry tough spots. Perfect. Went for "Spicy" (level 3 of 5 at Lilly's). They've got "Hot Dam" and "Fear Da Reaper" above it, but I figured I wanted to taste the chicken. Definitely made a safe choice here. As someone who likes hot food, it was spicy with a hint of pain that dissipated in a minute or so. Definitely hot enough where you shouldn't touch anything sensitive for a while, but nothing in the realm of uncontrollable pain, where each bite after the first hurts and you end up doubled over, open-mouthed drooling on the floor to keep the burn from going into your body. I'd trust that one of the next levels should get you there. read more

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just a tourist who ordered takeout not realizing I would get the opportunity to explore the farmer market a little while grabbing my food! we will be back to try other places for sure! Lilly's hot chicken was exactly what I needed before headed back north. tucked in the back right corner if you're coming in from the main front entrance. great market vibes and decor - lots of seating. everyone was extremely friendly :) read more

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I ordered the wings combo - spicy level! Perfect amount of spice to give you that true Nashville hot feeling. Wings were juicy and tender! Both employees were friendly and efficient! Definitely recommend! read more

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amazing hot chicken! & it was hot! but it also had a great flavor! their ranch was so yummy too! highly recommend! read more

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Solid hot chicken place right next to the farmers market near Germantown. Got the "Hot" level (roughly middle of the pack). This chicken is seriously hot. read more

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Visiting Nashville from Los Angeles. I was looking forward to trying the Nashville hot chicken sandwich. I understand Hatty's is supposed to be the spot HOWEVER!!! A local recommended Lilly's Hot Chicken and I am so glad I went. Being Latino from L.A. I know spicy & hot but Lilly's was Good Lawd HOT and so darn delicious. I ordered the medium too... had to send out daughter to go grab us some water bottles. I truly enjoyed the food, the friendly customer service, which I believe was Lilly, husband & son. Cool people!!! I had NO reason to try the big name chicken spot as this was Thee Spot!!! I was there 6/23/24. Gladly support small business. I'm looking forward to visiting Lilly's Hot Chicken again in the future. See Ya from L.A. to Lilly read more

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I didn't know this was in the Farmers Market until we were turning in. Get there early. Fries were good and chicken had a nice flavor. Hot enough to make my nose run and make me cough. The staff was very nice. read more

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This by far is the best hot chicken I've ever had. My wife and I ordered the hot damn tenders with lemon pepper yesterday. It was so gooood we had to come back today for more. For reference, we did try hattie bs and attempted to try Reds hot chicken, however Reds ran out of chicken and did not return due to poor customer service. Please do not leave Nashville without trying Lillys Hot chicken. 5 stars well deserved. read more

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The wait for food is long, however the quality that is provided is great. You can see food being made fresh. Very worth it

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Food is delicious and the chicken has flavor outside of just being hot chicken. Whenever I work in the office I make it my business to stop at Lilly's hot chicken. The owners are very friendly always smiling and the customer service is great as well. read more

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I honestly don't know how there aren't more reviews of this spot - I am from here - born and raised - and I love my southern food. This is the best hot chicken in Nashville in my opinion.. AND a small family business which is great to support. read more

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Great variety of 'hotness'; we had the chicken quarter which was perfectly seasoned with a light crispiness.

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I visited this place for the first time today. The chicken was good. The flavor was good, and I ordered the spicy version, which was hot enough for me. The french fries and the fried okra were good. I also really enjoyed their ranch dressing. The staff was also nice. I definitely can see myself returning for more and recommend it for good hot chicken. read more

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Chicken was good... hot damn is very very hot. I was warned... tender chicken and great okra.

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900 Rosa L Parks Blvd
Nashville, TN 37208
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What time does Lilly's Hot Chicken open?

Lilly's Hot Chicken opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Lilly's Hot Chicken close?

Lilly's Hot Chicken closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Does Lilly's Hot Chicken serve alcohol?

Yes, Lilly's Hot Chicken serves alcohol.

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Yes, Lilly's Hot Chicken has parking options. Validated Parking

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In short: The Nashville hot chicken of your dreams…read more I got this recommendation from my cousin . I wanted the best hot chicken money can buy and it delivered . We were staying downtown so This was about a 35 mins plus walk From the thick of tourist town. Ambiance: it's a little shack with barstool Type seating that goes fast. Service: not quick.. but that's okay because It's worth the wait . It was about 45 mins For our order and within a two hour time Frame I couldn't count the amount of people In and out . Food: I got the pimento hot chicken sandwich in medium. It had a little kick but I like spicy and could've went up a notch. It Was perfect ! Good breading, flavor profile and the chicken was piping hot! We also Ordered the pimento Mac n cheese which Was fire . I also had the mustard potato salad..again... absolutely delicious. I tried Hattie B's two days later and there's no comparison whatsoever . Come here for Nashville Hot chicken .. you won't regret it!

4.5/5 - first timer at reds hot chicken & it did not disappoint!…read more Ordered the medium slice hot chicken & waffles with fries as a side. The chicken was fantastic - crispy, juicy & spicy! Fries were average - hot & seasoned but nothing special! I didn't have any of the other sides although I would love to try them if I make it back! We did wait 45 minutes for the food - but they have a sign flashing which tells you the wait time BEFORE you order so this was nothing surprising! Would recommend everyone to try it out if they make it to Nashville

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Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Nashville - Lower Broadway

So glad there's a Hattie B's on Broadway in downtown Nashville. I was down the street at a work…read moreevent and snuck away to go eat some Nashville Hot Chicken. I've been here before, but I haven't written a review for this location. Luckily, there wasn't a line when I arrived at 9:15pm on a Wednesday. I ordered 2 hot Nashville Chicken sandwiches for $21 total. This place always hits the spot. I like the flavor of the sandwiches and the comeback sauce. The coleslaw is always fresh too. Great place to go after a long day of fun on Broadway.

Hattie B's has the best hot chicken in Nashville, period. Whenever we have out of towners visiting…read morewe always recommend it. The staff is always friendly and efficient. The Broadway location is our favorite. Great for people watching. As far as the chicken, it's always perfect. I love the hot, since the level of heat is perfect. The pieces are huge with a crispy breading yet never dry. Coleslaw and Mac and cheese are my go-to sides. I can't remember the name, but Hattie's branded blonde beer is great and compliments the spice of the chicken really well. If you want something sweet on a hot day, the boozy slushies are a good choice as well.

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Monell's Dining & Catering

What a gem of a place. We were on a tour of Nashville and the guide mentioned it as place to try…read more Served up family style, so you sit with random guests and sate a meal. The server was wonderful and kept the plates coming so there was no chance of running out. The fried chicken was the real deal with light breading and cooked to perfection. Collected greens, beans, pot roast and plenty of other items. If back in town again, we will be back. And for $18 a person, it's more than your moneys worth.

This was an absolute GEM in Nashville to visit. Family style southern home cooking…read more Came in here with a decent size group because one of our tour guides recommended it. We were so happy we gave this a chance and waited the hour+ to get in. Without doing much research, the surprises throughout the dining experience made it even better. They pair you up at a large table with other guests. You're introduced as cousins, brothers and sisters, friends, whatever you want! But you're going to be passing dishes the entire start and getting to know your neighbors at the table. So many things came out that were incredibly delicious to try. Chicken, pot roast, mac and cheese, corn mash, coleslaw, potatoes, sweet potato, biscuits, pasta! All of it was incredible. There's peach tea and lemonade too at the table and a pecan dessert at the end. Amazing experience and it was so cheap too. Only recommendation other than to absolutely try this place is to be respectful of the time you're there. They cycle people in and out pretty quick and you're given a card to remind you that when you notice tables near you getting reset for another group, your time is up and it's time to go!

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SS Gai

Walked here after a night of heavy drinking and realized we were not in Cali anymore…read more It was lightly drizzling but the humidity was killings me; my shirt was soaked from my sweat from the inside and outside from the rain. I got the grilled chicken leg quarter plate because I don't think my insides would have appreciated the fried chicken. Food was bomb, would definitely come back.

Delicious Thai chicken in Nashville! This place is definitely a hole in the wall. There's a small…read moreparking lot for only a couple cars, so drive a few meters down to a parking lot! The chicken was well flavored and delicious. The sauce dip was great!

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Champy's Chicken

Stopped in for a late lunch after spending most of day at the country hall music museum…read more Great treat - wife got the salad with chicken on it and I got the grilled chicken sandwich (not hot) We both loved our meals - mine the bun was slightly toasted with homemade sauce on it. Perfect

Champy's is a solid choice for fried chicken that is really good - light on batter, crisp on the…read moreoutside and so juicy and tender inside. Cole slaw is also really good - not too sweet. They also have some interesting cajun items. The gumbo is solid but could be spicier. The Mississippi delta tamales were very interesting, as they were served with saltines. Good selection of beers on tap and friendly service. The place looks fun, and it is fun and has some great food at a very reasonable price!

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The Finch

4.4

(488 reviews)

1.0 mi

The Finch is everything you could want in an upscale restaurant: great atmosphere, great food,…read moregreat service! We had a larger (10) group celebrating two birthdays and the staff handled things without breaking a sweat. We arrived a few minutes late for our reservation but it was no bother as our table was still being prepared. On that note: highly recommend a reservation, this is a popular place! Once we were seated we had the pleasure of Nichelle, a wonderful waitress. She was on top of everything we needed or wanted and we had very little wait time for her return. Great service! And the food... DELICIOUS! As you can imagine, our group of ten had a good selection across the menu and there was not a single person who was disappointed. Everyone loved their amazing food. What tops everything off is the atmosphere here. It's popular so, as you can imagine, it's a bit noisy. However, I like to call it "lively". And they really nailed the physical design, so inviting and upscale. I'll stop there and simply say: check this place out, it's great!

So many great things about The Finch. My server, Savanna, was EXCEPTIONAL, like AMAZING. She was…read morebright, helpful, and attentive to the max, but not in an annoying way. She even went out of her way to get me a drink that had fallen off the menu a few weeks prior, a delightful cucumber spritz. The ambiance is awesome. As others have said, music isn't too loud, just pleasant in the background, so it would be ideal for having a conversation. The space is open, bright, light-filled, and stylish. Parking is in a private lot behind the restaurant and they validate parking for up to two and a half hours. I wish I could rave the same way about the food. While the cocktails were refreshing and they had a cocktail for every palate, my steak and eggs was bland. It came out a little closer to rare than medium, but I can live with that. But I am not sure I detected a speck of salt or pepper. The steak was at least tender and the sunny side up eggs were cooked appropriately. The potatoes were dry. And I did have the wagyu meatball appetizer. It's a large portion, so easily shared amongst two or three people. Cheesy and saucy with a little spice. The focaccia could've been toasted a little more. I considered the short rib hash, but my server told me it could be salty and hit or miss (I appreciate her honesty and she 100 percent should be praised for it). I came during brunch (even on a weekday). They also serve French toast, desserts, oysters, burrata, potstickers and tuna tartare, salads, burgers and other sandwiches. If you come for lunch or dinner, you can also get grilled salmon, blackened redfish, shrimp and grits, pastas (cajun chicken, pappardelle bolognese, tortellini) as well as various cuts of steak. It's conveniently located right across from the Frist Museum and is part of the Union Station Hotel. I would try this place again for dinner, but would skip the brunch. And again, Savanna was top tier! She deserves all the flowers!

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Hawkers Asian Street Food

I had been to Hawkers about four years ago and honestly wasn't impressed with the food or service…read moreat the time. After returning last night with my girlfriend and her four-year-old daughter, I can confidently say the experience was completely different. We were greeted and seated immediately, and the service was excellent from beginning to end. When my girlfriend mentioned that her drink was a little too sweet, our server quickly offered to replace it with something else. They also brought toys for her daughter, which was a thoughtful touch and made her feel welcome. The food was amazing. The wings were some of the best I've had, and the lo mein, bulgogi and fried rice were all excellent. Throughout our meal, several people who I assume were managers stopped by to make sure everything was going well. I was genuinely impressed by the level of service. There are fine-dining restaurants in Nashville where you don't receive this much attention or hospitality. Hawkers completely changed my opinion, and we will definitely be back. Highly recommended!

I loved this place and got quite inebriated while I was loving it so much…read more Good news is that I walked here from my hotel room and could just walk back. Now... if only I could remember where I am staying. LOL. Just kidding! I made it. I got so lit in Japanese whiskey flights that I ordered enough food for two people. The "Flight to Tokyo" lived up to its namesake tremendously. That dang whiskey is wicked man. Combined with the beers that go down like water and you may be like me.... Wasted Soup dumplings are so damn cool. It's also either an engineering marvel or some sort of biblical miracle. How is the soup born inside the little dumpling?? So many questions!! I had some here and they were sure tasty!! I also had some killer crispy fried pork belly and some kick ass twice fried Korean wings!! Pork belly had tremendous umami flavors and was sticky sweet and yummy all at once! Loved it! But then came the Star.... I love chicken wings as much as I love life! That my friend, is a whole fucking lot!! I am more full of myself than you could possibly imagine. I loved these particular chicken wings a little more than life. I walked through downtown Nashville alone, on a random weeknight, just to eat these wings because I saw them on Yelp. I had already eaten dinner at Eddie V's earlier in the evening, but these wings called me from more than a mile away... Come eat me, Adam.... Is all I could hear after I saw others pictures of the wings.... Shhhh. Wings. I can't. But you must, said the wings.... I can't, I have no transportation.... You have two feet still, the wings said... Guess who won that argument? '26 - 23

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Pelato

Bret is the best server ever, recommended any day of the week. The food was amazing and the service…read moreis outstanding. The ambiance made me feel like I was in Italy.

Always the Best food! Jada and Aaron were wonderful thank you !! Fav spot in Germantownread more

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Noir Kitchen & Cocktails

Locally owned & operated

Noir was a great experience. My fiancé and I went during brunch. The ambiance is nice. Our…read morewaitress, Kennedy, was friendly, and gave us great food recommendations. The portion sizes are great. We will be visiting here again, for sure.

The food was delicious and our server, Kennedy, did a fantastic job keeping our big party of 15…read morehappy. Noir's upbeat soulful jams had me moving my shoulders just a little bit while we waited for our meal to be delivered. We had a fun-time, enjoyed good conversation, and delicious food for our coworker's retirement lunch celebration. I plan to go back to try the chicken & waffles.

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Hattie B's Hot Chicken - Nashville - Midtown

The Food and Service was very amazing even though it was a line but still awesome food and amazing…read morepeople

as someone who hates spice and avoids spice at all cost. I tried shut the cluck up and Lindsey came…read morein clutch with ice cream to smooth the pain

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Proper Bagel

This is one of my favorite places to get a bagel sandwich for breakfast or for lunch. You have lots…read moreof choices, and if you have a specific bagel you're craving, you'll want to order earlier because bagels do sell out. The staff is always wonderful when I visit. It has a modern vibe, and I love the black and white color scheme. It gets busy, so ordering online is my preference. You can dine in, but when it's busy, you may not be able to find a table. There's free parking on the street, but depending on the time of day, you may have to park further away and walk. Love: service (kind, attentive, helpful); bagel sandwiches (smoked turkey BLTA is a fav)

We went for a bit of a different experience, something we don't always go for. I really liked the…read morestyle of the interior: black and white tile literally head to toe. Parking wasn't too bad unless you have mobility issues. Despite their whole thing being NY-style bagels, I actually selected a Reuben on Pumpernickel. I wasn't feeling like eating a whole bunch of whipped cream cheese or a chicken salad. Portion sizes were pretty good, actually. I think the main things for me would be to simplify the menu and offer size options. Something like half a bagel or like a "classics variety" (like a variety cheesecake). So you could pick and choose quarters or maybe thirds. I was happy to see they had savory cream cheese options because they are so underrated. I also got their honey lavender lemonade which was fire and not too sweet. The staff were all great and it is clearly a pretty popular spot. Overall no issues and I will probably go again.

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D'Andrews Bakery & Cafe

Delicious coffee, beautiful pastries, and a pleasant space make D'Andrews a real gem!…read more I enjoyed my latte, the espresso tasted smooth and they added a touch of house flavor, their pecan. What a unique combo, the pecan flavor was delicious without overpowering the drink. The pastries look so nice that I'm convinced people don't actually eat them. I'll definitely be stopping by to try a "mango" or a Dubai chocolate croissant before I leave Nashville. Really glad I stayed near such a charming cafe!

I've only had coffee here, but one day I will try the famed baked goods! The coffee is solid,…read morethough I would be mindful of that a size upgrading coffee does not mean more espresso; it simply means more milk. The inside is large enough to sit and enjoy your food and drinks. They have their pastries on gorgeous display and the location is quite convenient for those who are already downtown. Service is friendly, and they are quite quick as they have many customers to get through.

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I can't believe I missed this place until now! My first visit to Lilly's Hot Chicken was incredible. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It was delicious! I opted for the "Spicy" heat level, and let me tell you, they aren't messing around. I might try a higher level next time, but this one packed plenty of heat and flavor. The chicken came straight from the fryer, and it was so fresh it practically melted my fork and knife. You can't ask for much better than that when it comes to freshness. If there's one area for improvement, it would be upgrading the quality of the cutlery to match the excellence of the food. Overall, I'll definitely be back. Lilly's Hot Chicken is a must try if you like hot chicken. Right up there with Princes in my book. read more

Kristen R.

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Absolutely delicious. Perfect spice level, perfectly seasoned. Can't wait to go back!

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