Madison Family Restaurant

Came here on a very nice Thursday evening with some friends & their dog. Service was good even…read morethough it got very busy. We enjoyed the outdoor patio for about 2 1/2 hours while catching up & having some drinks. I had two of the Oh Iris cocktail which was so refreshing. For food we shared some whipped feta & I had the Milanese sandwhich. It was a big portion & overall very good. Made for a great leftover lunch the next day. The fries here have a lot of hype & definitely some of the best in town. Would it hesitate to come back!

Sabell's is the quintessential East Nashville bar/restaurant - located at the edge of the vibrant…read moreRiverside Village and located inside a converted little cottage. It's cute and divey, with an expansive patio that is always packed on a beautiful day. My husband and I stopped in right after a rainstorm around 2 PM, which is probably why the bar wasn't too busy! We ordered some drinks and a late lunch as well. I went with the Steak Pita, which was massive and stuffed full of meat, cheese, greens, and two tasty sauces. Crispy sweet potatoes were served on the side. Honestly the pita and the sauces were my favorite part of this meal. The steak was flavorful but a bit chewy. However, my husband ordered the Chopped Cheese and it was delicious! Also stuffed full of mix-ins, and with a bit of Greek-inspired flavor. The seasoned fries on the side were also tasty. I'm sure we'll be back soon to take advantage of their awesome happy hour deals. And judging by other reviews, it sounds like I need to try their falafel!

Inside

The trio dip was delicious. Whipped Feta was my fav!!

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Cute exterior from snowier days

Liz's Kitchen

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Felt like I was stepping into the 1950's where all the blacks were in the kitchen, old southern…read morewhites were eating and staring, and everyone has strong country (improper English) accents. The catfish was a less flaky kind more mushy than I'd like. But the batter was nice. The jalapeño cornbread was just okay. The black eyed peas were a bit watery but fine. The fruit tea was different and not too sweet. My mom loves the food here so I'm rating it on her scale. I personally don't care to return but am happy locals love the food & keep them in business.

Veronica and her family put out some amazing food on the daily. The food is always great, well…read moreseasoned and delicious. The staff are always a pleasure to deal with and there's no way you're leaving there hungry. If you're looking for a quality home-cooked meal, this is your place. An absolute Cadillac of meat and three restaurants.

Respect & honor due

Chicken Livers, with mashed potatoes, green beans and jalapeno cornbread.

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Sunday menu

Yazoo Brewing Company

4.3(501 reviews)

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We go to Yazoo brewery quite often. We typically sit at the spacious bar and order a couple of…read morebeers while we do our crossword puzzle. Before we leave, we get our growler filled. During our last visit, we were hungry, so we ordered the hamburger and fries. I want to give a shout-out to the kitchen crew. Absolutely amazing food, and the fries are legendary, so I will probably go there hungry more often. Plenty of parking in their large lot.

Great, large selection of tasty beers of all sorts! Friendly bartenders. Large taproom with a good…read moresized bar and lots of tables, as well as a nice patio overlooking the Cumberland River. Plenty of parking. The Grill Shack, their on-site restaurant, is absolutely amazing. Came in starving and filled up on a tasty burger and fries for $14. Yum!

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Inside eating area

Inglewood Lounge

4.7(94 reviews)

3.2 mi•Inglewood

Best late night food, especially if you're looking to enjoy a drink with it. Bartending staff is…read moreamazing, especially Justin! The decor is perfect for your Instagram feed and the seating is always comfortable. I've never had an issue with parking, and if you're looking for a dog-friendly patio/ somewhere to smoke, this is the spot for you. Don't forget to pay your respects to Penny, the beloved bar cat Don't miss karaoke Thursday nights, or the Sunday night jam! It's the best :)

I love the set up of this venue! The band playing was kind of a fusion of Jazz and Bluegrass. The…read morevolume was lively (I wore my earplugs), but still at a level where I could converse with my friend. I had a few drinks, and they were TOP NOTCH. When I run into a place that supposedly has good drinks, I have to order a Last Word. They nailed it. I ordered some food as well, and decided to go with the cheeseburger (note that it doesn't come with fries, and the fries are super pricy). The cheeseburger was definitely a step above typical bar food. I'd give it a 4/5. The food took about 20 minutes to come out, so a little slow, but manageable. I'll definitely be back. Seems like they have a fun rotation of music with different genres.

Wings, Fries, Cheeseburger

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Lauter

4.4(45 reviews)

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Ordered the truffle onion dip and house made chips to snack on while sipping on my tasty sour beer…read more Wasn't too impressed with it. The chips were definitely not fresh. They didn't have any crispness to them. I also felt the dip lacked the described flavor. Sat at the bar and had good service. Nice bar with many seats surrounding, as well as a large dining room and outside seating.

We went for lunch. A sign should've been there were only 2 people sitting at the bar at 12pm on a…read moreMonday. We tried both burgers. They were just ok. The fries were tasty. Dill pickle dip tasted like plastic. The curds were a big disappointment...way over cooked and the cheese busted out of the breading so it was just a big pile of fried breading. 2 burgers, fries, curds & 2 soda $64 This was a one and done for us. Free parking

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Potato's.

Casper’s Bistro

3.9(54 reviews)

4.1 mi

Casper's is a family owned and operated restaurant located on Main Street in Goodlettsville TN. It…read moreis serving an elevated Chef's driven menu using locally sourced ingredients. The interior is warm and inviting with a full bar and has live jazz on Friday and Saturday nights. We visited for a weekend lunch and the food was on point and Delicious. The Dinner menu has different dishes than the Lunch menu, so just be aware. They also have a beautiful fenced in back yard and a covered outdoor patio as well. This is a Scratch Kitchen serving Small Plates, Salads, Sandwiches, Entrees and Desserts. They have a full bar serving Cocktails, Wine, Beer and a few Mocktails. They also have cafe drinks like Cappuccino, Latte, Mocha and Hot Tea. I recommend stopping in if you're in the area or if your coming in from Nashville. Its about a 15 to 20 minute drive from Downtown Nashville, depending on traffic. To finish the review-- There is limited parking, but you can park at Goodlettsville City Hall right next door for free. You can look on their Social Media to find out who's playing Live Music and the start times. They are closed on Sunday and Monday. Enjoy

First time here and we loved it. Had oysters and crispy mushrooms to start. Both appetizers were…read moreexcellent. Our mains were tasty too. It's a great dinner spot when driving from Kentucky to Nashville. Free parking and the staff was very attentive.

Dining room

Casper's Pasta- Housemade Vodka Sauce on Rigatoni topped with Parmesan and Ricotta. The wife added Italian Sausage ( optional )

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Bar area

The Finch

4.4(518 reviews)

8.3 mi•Sobro, Downtown

We were looking for a dinner spot within walking distance of our hotel. I was able to easily make…read morereservations using open table. The Finch does have a large bar that is open seating. We were quickly greeted by the host & sat at a table. Our server Tad was amazing. Tad was a wealth of knowledge on The Finches menu & attentive to our needs. He kept our water glasses full and made sure our dining experience was flawless. I went with the zephyr song cocktail. The blueberry flavor was so refreshing. We also tried the Moonlight in Vermont which was their riff on an old fashioned. For the Moonlight in Vermont they replaced the simple syrup with maple syrup... a nice twist that was not overly sweet. My husband enjoyed the French dip sandwich with Brussel sprouts. The Brussel sprouts were crispy & tossed in an aioli. I had the steak frites skewers. I loved all the sauce options that came with the steak. The garlic aioli was my favorite sauce. We did not save room for dessert but they all looked yummy coming out of the kitchen. Thank you Tad & The Finch staff for an excellent Saturday night dinner. Looking forward to another visit on our return to Nashville.

We had high expectations for The Finch yet our experience fell quite a bit short. The dining room…read morehad a vibrant energy and the staff were very friendly and attentive throughout the evening. The cocktails were good but order ahead because these take a while to arrive. The food didn't live up to expectations. One of our friends' steaks was noticeably smaller the size indicated on the menu. And as someone who loves cod, it always breaks my heart to see such a delicate fish overcooked which was the unfortunate case for us. We did enjoy the freshly made beignets for dessert, which were a definite highlight. Our table wasn't wiped down between courses, leaving an errant piece of fish on the table while we ate dessert which was just not appetizing. The tables themselves also appeared to have seen better days; a little refurbishing and some tightening of screws would go a long way.

Filet mignon with grilled broccolini, whipped potatoes, and house made demi-glace

The Finch American Grill - marble top center bar, people, craft cocktails, happy hour

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Blackened red fish tacos with ancho chile slaw, mango pico and cilantro

Cock of the Walk

3.1(314 reviews)

1.9 mi

Very sad and disappointed with this visit. This place used to be so much better…read more I don't know if we just caught them on an off night, but half the restaurant was closed and they sat us in a tiny section with maybe two tables, barely lit. The vibe was pretty much nonexistent. The fried pickles weren't bad, but the catfish was the real letdown, it came out fishy and kind of dirty tasting. Like I said, this used to be one of my favorite spots in Nashville, which is what makes it such a bummer. I'll give them one thing that has never changed though: the coleslaw. Still the best I've ever had.

Well, I don't know why we pay for it. Oh, yeah, Josh likes it…read more Our server Shawn was decent. A little on the slow side but they do seem like they are short staffed. This place is holding by a thread. They need more servers. Food is average. Comfort food but a little water down. I do like their coleslaw. It's just the perfect amount of flavors. Not too sweet not too vinaigrette and definitely not overly saucy. The place is decorated with memorabilia from different country start and public personalities. Specially form the 70's and 80's. Some of the back rooms were closed for lunch but started to open up as dinner rolled in. Overall, come in if you want.

Photo credit: Cock of the Walk

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The Stillery

4.4(3.9k reviews)

7.7 mi•Downtown

This place put Nashville in my heart! Not only was the music amazing and the waitress such a great…read moreperson who was quick with drinks and food. The food was to die for! 10 years ago, we went to Nashville and stopped at this bar and we have the giant for patty burger, and we have been looking for ever since we could not remember the name of the bar and the one behold we will be able to find them on Yelp and figure out what they were the correct ones. 10/10 we will be back.

The Stillery is a solid choice if you're looking for a casual meal in Nashville. The atmosphere is…read morelively, with live music creating a fun environment without being too overbearing most of the time. It's a comfortable place to grab a bite whether you're with friends, family, or visiting the area. The food was well-prepared, came out in a reasonable amount of time, and the portions were satisfying. The menu offers a good variety, making it easy to find something that appeals to different tastes. The staff was friendly throughout the visit, checking in regularly and making sure everything was taken care of. Overall, The Stillery offers good food, good service, and a welcoming atmosphere. It's a dependable option if you're looking for a relaxed dining experience in Nashville.

Bar back

Mac & Cheese with Hot Chicken

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MC Burger*

Village Pub & Beer Garden

4.2(327 reviews)

4.0 mi•Inglewood

I'll burn my tongue on the order of pretzels every visit and it will never not be worth it. Mule…read moreMonday and Wine Wednesday are a community staple, and I have to give credit where credit is due. I've accidentally been here twice a week ever since the weather has been nice and their incredible staff is a big part of that! Arrive early for parking and a seat, it fills up because it's that good. I love that it's not only dog friendly, but they offer treats for our dogs which helps keep them busy when distractions come from the busy nearby intersection.

Good vibes & drinks, decent food, good service. We came around 10:15pm on a Saturday & parking was…read moreeasy in their lot. We were told to seat ourselves so we sat out in the patio because the weather was nice. Took a bit to get noticed, & by the time our waitress came by, it was 10:33pm & we were told the kitchen closes at 10:30, but they were nice enough to go ahead & finish our order, but just a heads up. Food came out pretty quickly & the staff gave us a heads up that the only beer cheese they had left for the nachos was from the bottom of the pot, & to let us know if it tasted off & they'd remove it from the ticket which was nice, but I thought it was fine. We ordered the pub Reuben, bratwurst, & southwest pub nachos, & a Belgian blonde ale. Pretty solid for pub food! It's not going to win any awards but they had a good drink selection & the food hit the spot & is very reasonably priced for eating out nowadays. Would recommend for a chill hangout spot to grab a beer & share a bite, but it was crowded even at 10:30 at night!

Southwest nachos - great toppings; chips just ok

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Amalfi Meadow cocktail.

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Magdy M.

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4 years ago

Good food . Great service. The pork chops was very delicious. I eat there all the time their breakfast is delicious too...........Breakfast Special are very Reasonable. read more

Michael M.

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3 years ago

I eat here on a regular basis and I love their breakfast. And it's very reasonably priced and they are fast.

mezoo8000 m.

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2 years ago

Great food and this is our favorite place. They have excellent, friendly service and great food

D W.

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3 years ago

Great food and great waitresses

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