Fifth Plus Broadway is a mixed use development that has revigerated Broadway west of Rep. John…read moreLewis Way. What had prior to 2021 been the abandoned Nashville Convention Center is now a modern mixed use development that has brought life into Broadway west of the "Honkey Tonk Highway" stretch. It features a shopping mall, Assembly Food Hall, a retail scape fronting Broadway, The Place at Fifth, the National Museum of African American Music, and the towering landmark 501 Commerce Street Building. It has brought an Apple Store, Sephora, Shake Shack, Hattie B's, Prince's Chicken, and more to Broadway. On my vacation, I had caught it's act several times. The one sight that always stood out was the consistent long line to Hattie B's. My visits here included Assembly Food Hall, Prince's Fried Chicken, the Twelve Thirty Club, visit the Apple Store, and walk around. My impression was that the stores and restaurants are reasonably priced. Although the restaurants and stores provide decent value, to me the greatest value here was the photo opportunities. The focal point of the development, the L-shaped mall which bridges Broadway with Rep. John Lewis Way gives the gift of a prime photo spot for the 1) Ryman Auditorium where the original Grand Ol Opry performed and 2) Bridgestone Arena. The restaurants, especially in the Assembly Hall provide an opportunity to photograph food. I recommend the Assembly Food Hall Bridge to photograp the historic Ryman Auditorium. Additionally , I learned that if I stood on Broadway by the Bridgestone Arena, that Fifth Plus Broadway made a dynamic photo showing modern and historic Broadway, with the modern Fifth Plus Broadway architecture including towers contrasting with the historic Honkey Tonk Highway streetscape. As far as safety, I felt safe. The one annoyance that I saw were street hustlers at the Rep. John Lewis Way entrance aggressively bothering passer-by. During all of my visits here it was busy. There is a safety in numbers. On the subject of safety, the hot and humid summers need to be taken into account. On a few occasions we had escaped the excruciating heat in the air conditioned Assembly Food Hall for a couple of hours. I rate Fifth Plus Broadway "Four Stars." It is doing a remarkable job extending the lively Broadway restaurant and entertainment scene beyond the western edge of the Honkey Tonk Highway.

As a content creator here in Gatlinburg TN Smoky Mountains Park The Gatlinburg Hussey we were in…read moretown for Patriots vs Tennessee and we had lunch here ..So good!

This is a small collection of shops and restaurants/mixed-use development housed in a former…read morewarehouse and manufacturing center for kitchen equipment. It's quite aesthetic with bright lighting and wide, airy spaces. There's plenty of seating to enjoy food or the vibes. I got some boba and swung by Five Daughter's Bakery AKA the bakery with the 100-layered donut / cronut which takes three days to make. If I was hungrier I would have tried out of the restaurants. One point of confusion is the parking. It's technically free, but you have to register inside to get a voucher after scanning a QR code posted outside. The marketplace is not a particularly busy area unlike downtown, so I'm not sure why the marketplace has to make it so complex. I'm not sure there are many people parking and walking off...

My first visit to this food & shopping hall. I really like it. Because I'm intent on walking…read moreeverywhere, I walked here from Vanderbilt and that was probably a crazy idea seeing as I was literally the only person walking on Charlotte Avenue. Anyway, there's free parking buuuut I guess you have to jump through a few hoops to get it (there's literally nothing else around so why not just allow people to park and come in?) A good amount of stuff going on in here: you can find clothing (more on the conservativ/athleisure wear side of the spectrum), gifts, snacks, a salon, cycling classes, coffee, a Mediterranean food stand, an Italian restaurant and more. I feel like I've barely scratched the surface! While I didn't try any of the food options besides the gourmet popcorn place (which is surprisingly affordable for gourmet popcorn!) I loved the drinks I had at both Eat Bubbles (boba, matcha etc) and the irresistible Pont Neuf wine bar (both of which I'll review separately). And perhaps best of all: they have great seating areas throughout in which you can set up shop for working remotely, drinking your drinks, eating your snacks... so have at it!

The wings were smoked. Had a good smoky flavor with a nice crust on them. Nice crispy wings…read more Half chicken was delicious. Wonderful flavor and it was not dry at all. Green Beans were canned and mushy. I could not eat them. I had the fried cauliflower and a few pieces had raw batter. Yuck! You order at the bar and then they bring the food out to you. Service was good but literally one person on for lunch. Ambience pretty good. There's big long tables outside.

This little food hall in East Nashville is a great spot to bring a big group. There's free…read more90-minute parking out back, plenty of seating inside, and several different types of food for anyone and everyone to enjoy. (It's even dog-friendly on the patio!) I've been excited to see a few new spots opening up here in recent months - Radish Kitchen, Music City Gyros, and Turmeric & Co. My usual go-to during the week for lunch is an açai bowl from Everbowl. I also love the pho at Vui's, although I typically order it for takeout or delivery instead of dining in at Hunters Station. Hugh-Baby's is also a Nashville staple, and while I've never eaten at this specific location, I've heard nothing but great things about the fresh food and fast service. If you're looking for a spot to take your group of friends that can never decide where to eat, this is a solid option.

Awesome place with a lot of food and different type of little shops. And some outside…read more Place is a whole vibes. People are nice and place is well kept. Definitely a must if u are in Nashville

Plaza Mariachi has something for everyone. I love how they host community events for all ages. I…read morehave attended a live convert or two there as well as salsa dancing. They always have very good music and there is plenty of seating available. They also have so many food, drink, and shopping options it's like an adventure all in one place. Their staff keeps the place clean by clearing tables, drinks, and spills. Considering the area there is security present in the parking lot and within the venue but I have never been there when anything has gotten out of hand so they must really be doing their job right. All in all Plaza is a vibe so if you are looking for something different definitely check them out.

A good selection of popular stores. A lot of boujie brands actually. The mall is a good size and…read morethere are many spots to sit and chill. Staff at various stores are very friendly and helpful. There are a couple of restaurants as well. Value is you pay for what you want and the cost.

I was vacationing from Delaware. My senior mother who walks with a cane and myself were on the…read moreupper level of this mall and we were approached by mall security to pls move along. He said we weren't allowed to sit on a bench,which was provided by the mall. I was very shocked and taken aback. If sitting isn't allowed, then maybe remove the benches. This was ridiculous.

This is one of the best establishments i have ever been to. It is the only mall i have ever been…read moreto, and i can already tell that it will be the best. It has so many options of food, stores, and everything else that everyone could want.

Opry Mills is much more than a shopping mall. Built on the former grounds of the beloved Opryland…read moreTheme Park, it's now Tennessee's largest outlet and value retail destination, with more than 200 stores, restaurants, and entertainment options all under one roof. What I appreciated most was how easy everything was. Parking was plentiful and free, access from the freeway was straightforward, and despite its size, I never felt overwhelmed. The indoor layout makes it a perfect destination when Nashville's summer heat or a rainy day changes your plans. The variety is impressive. Whether you're hunting for bargains at Coach, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike Factory Store, Saks OFF 5TH, or dozens of other retailers, there's something for just about everyone. If shopping isn't your thing, there are plenty of dining options ranging from quick bites to sit-down restaurants, plus entertainment like Regal Cinemas, Dave & Buster's, and the massive Bass Pro Shops. Its location next to the iconic Gaylord Opryland Resort and the Grand Ole Opry makes it an easy addition to any Nashville itinerary. Even if you're in town primarily for music, this is a worthwhile stop for a few hours. If I had one suggestion, it would be to wear comfortable walking shoes. This place is enormous, and you'll easily log a few miles before the day is over. Life is too short not to eat well or travel well. If you're visiting Nashville, add Opry Mills to your list. You just might leave with a few great finds and a lot more steps than you planned.

Food: 1* Service: 1*…read moreAmbiance: 4* Food I ordered the pad kee mao with chicken (2*). I also ordered the fresh spring rolls (2*). The person taking the order Juan according to the receipt was disaffected, disengaged, and unhelpful. There was no line nor were there people waiting when I stepped up to order. I asked if the Pad Kee Mao was spicy, like it is supposed to be, and he said he didn't know, but he would ask the kitchen to make it spicy. I ordered the spring rolls which supposedly would have shrimp in them with a sauce. I asked for it to go. I paid and was told to wait in the pick up area (6 feet away). It was a chaotic mess between the cooks and the pick up area. When you tried to ask a question, no one would respond. They were speaking Spanish, so I switched to Spanish. They looked at me surprised that a white guy was speaking Spanish. All of a sudden, they were responsive. I asked for spicy sauce. Service was very poor as described. When I asked for my bag to carry my food to go, the guy looked at me and threw me a plastic bag. Really? I left and walked to my hotel room to enjoy. The pad was flavorless, no spice, no chicken, just noodles, a bell pepper, two small pieces of broccoli, and sauce. No meat. No tofu. Nothing more. The spring rolls were falling apart. Very poorly wrapped and almost exclusively cabbage. No meat, no shrimp, just veggies. The sauce was peanut like but so watered down that it didn't even coat the rolls. The ambiance was nice. That is due to the food hall and has nothing to do with this restaurant. I would NOT return.

Thai Esane at Assembly Food Hall was a solid spot for a quick bite to eat. The service was quick --…read moreI received a text that meal was ready within 5 minutes of placing my order -- and the staff was friendly. I opted for the Chicken Pad Thai with an order of Crab Rangoon, which came out to about $21. Definitely on the pricier side. Nonetheless, the Crab Rangoon was phenomenal. The wonton wrapper was thin and fried to a perfect golden crisp. The filling was rich and flavorful, and the sweet chili dipping sauce cut right through to add a bit of brightness. The Chicken Pad Thai was yummy, albeit a little bland. It was nice to see a good bit of crushed peanuts, green onion, and beansprouts, along with a lime slice, which together helped add some texture and make the dish a bit more dynamic. I'm not a huge fan of super spicy cuisine, but this could have done with a little more heat. Assembly Food Hall is a great spot right off Broadway with plenty of seating. It'll get really loud during peak meal times, but overall it's a nice reprieve from the absolute chaos happening close by. I'd recommend Thai Esane for a bite to eat, if and only if you're not tolerant of spice. If you like your food to have more of a kick to it, try somewhere else.

Went during the day before it was open and it wasn't it's all hyped up to be it was right near the…read morefreeway so not the safest just be careful. Mavbe when it's fully open it's great but it wasn't impressive.

We drove 3.5 hours to come to the American Girl store. The mall is big and well laid out. The food…read morecourt has a good variety of restaurants from Japanese to Sbarro to Chick-fil-A. The best service today we received was Ulta and Sephora. Aeropostale was meh. The worst: American Girl. American Girl was packed but it was so apparent that Mattel runs the show and not Pleasant Company. They just didn't care about the customer experience at all & only the money coming in. As for the mall, there are some great post-Christmas sales to be had right now. There was a huge variety of stores from furniture to clothes to housewares. Other than poor service at American Girl, we really enjoyed it!